not bear the sight of (someone or something)
(redirected from cannot bear the sight of him)not bear the sight of (someone or something)
To be unable to tolerate, accept, or endure someone or something; to severely dislike or be thoroughly repelled by someone or something. I know I couldn't bear the sight of that horrible receptionist every day if I were to work here. He's just so mean and unpleasant! I can't bear the sight of my mother-in-law, but there are a few occasions each year where I can't avoid having to spend time with her. I absolutely cannot bear the sight of shellfish. Just being near it is enough to make me gag!
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- better of
- be rough on (someone or something)
- be/have done with somebody/something
- be in line with (someone or something)
- (someone or something) promises well
- begin with
- begin with (someone or something)
- at the expense of somebody/something
- be partial to (someone or something)
- be enamored with (someone or something)