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VocabJLPT N1

before one's eyes

ExpressionAdverb

Definitions

1. before one's eyes
2. in one's presence

This phrase means to witness something directly with one's own eyes, similar to "firsthand" or "right before one's eyes" in English. It is often used in expressions of shock or strong impression at something witnessed personally.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

You're watching that obvious corner-cutting right in front of you and you want me to praise it?

Sentence 2

You witnessed that miracle firsthand and you're still doubting it?

Sentence 3

"If you saw it with your own eyes, do you have proof?" my coworker asked.

Sentence 4

How can he stand there smiling after watching that failure right in front of him?

Sentence 5

At the company info session, I saw the gap between expectations and reality up close, and it left me unsure.