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black eye 1. Lit. a bruise near the eye from being struck. (*Typically have ~; get ~; give someone ~.) I got a black eye from walking into a door. I have a black eye where John hit me. 2. Fig. harm done to one's character. (*Typically have ~; get ~; give someone ~.) Mary got a black eye because of her constant complaining. The whole group now has a black eye, and it will take years to recover our reputation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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"He is in the house, nursing a black eye," replied Jinjur, calmly. Cock Robin looked sideways at Lucie with his bright black eye, and he flew over a stile and away. You can hold a knife to that black eye, as you run along. |
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