目を細める
Reading: めをほそめる
Meaning: to narrow one's eyes
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Example Sentence
怪しそうに 目を細めて 見た
They looked suspiciously with narrowed eyes.
Usage Notes
Describes squinting or narrowing eyes, often due to suspicion, bright light, or emotion.
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