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wide-eyed

[wahyd-ahyd] / ˈwaɪdˌaɪd /










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My wide-eyed aspirations need to be lowered significantly.

From Slate Aug. 28, 2026

Bateman: Clark became more wide-eyed than I originally planned.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 17, 2026

She performed with Nureyev for Queen Elizabeth II. A personal highlight was dancing alongside her idol, Margot Fonteyn, who she had first seen perform as a wide-eyed 20-year-old in New York.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

But right now, what a beautiful satisfaction it is to experience this World Cup through his wide-eyed wonder, to treasure this passion we share.

From BBC Jun. 21, 2026

Natalie and Javari shared a wide-eyed, disbelieving look.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz




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