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Definition |
to react with annoyance |
Examples |
1) She rolled her eyes at his silly
joke, indicating that she didn't find it funny at all. 2) Upon hearing
the exaggerated story for the third time, Janet couldn't help but
roll her eyes in exasperation. |
Etymology |
The term can be traced back to the literal
action of rolling one's eyes upwards to express disdain or annoyance. |
Synonyms |
dismissively look, derisively glance,
disdainfully gaze |
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