(one's) eyes are out on stalks In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "(one's) eyes are out on stalks", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-12-23 06:12

Meaning of (one's) eyes are out on stalks

(one's) eyes are out on stalks British informal

If you have your eyes are out on stalks, you are looking at something with shock and surprise.

My eyes are out on stalks when seeing my best friend on the TV show.

His eyes will definitely be out on stalks if he sees his idol on the street.

If you have your eyes are out on stalks, you are looking at someone with sexual interest.

Since David appeared, her eyes have been out on stalks all times.

Look at Otis, his eyes are out on stalks every time he sees Rachel!

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An exclamation given to express ​the feeling of disbelief in something that has occured

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To make a group of spectators feel extremely enthusiastic, amazed or excited

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