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pupil (of the eye)

Noun

Definitions

1. pupil (of the eye)
2. one's eyes

This noun refers to the pupil of the eye, but it's often used poetically to mean the eye itself, especially when describing someone's gaze. You'll frequently see it in literature and song lyrics to express emotion through a person's eyes.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That's why looking into your eyes makes my heart stir.

Sentence 2

On the station platform, his eyes flickered for just a moment.

Sentence 3

Growing excitement lit up her eyes.

Sentence 4

If my eyes could talk right now, they'd be saying "I can't do this."

Sentence 5

"Don't look away," she said softly.