roll one's eyes
The expression "roll one's eyes" is commonly used to convey emotions like annoyance or disbelief through a specific eye movement.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)To move the eyes upward or in a circular motion to show annoyance, disbelief, or frustration.
Example
- She couldn't help but roll her eyes at his ridiculous comment.
- When he started bragging, I just rolled my eyes and walked away.
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Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "roll one's eyes":
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