bat an eye

Idioms  

1. see without batting an eye.

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Example Sentences

Meanwhile, there are plenty of international actors working in American films and speaking fluent English, while Anglo viewers — admittedly, myself included — rarely bat an eye at this impressive skill.

From Salon

“And he didn’t bat an eye. … He was really adamant that he has enough energy and motivation to do that and understands the value of all of that together.”

From Los Angeles Times

Nonetheless, the stock market didn’t bat an eye.

From Barron's

“I had to do a double take because in Korean culture, it’s especially impressive if an elderly person is impressed with you,” said Nuna, who explained that Korean elders rarely bat an eye at accomplishments like attending an Ivy League college or graduating top of your class.

From Los Angeles Times

Maxwell’s acquaintance claimed to be appalled, but as happened so often in those circles, the rest didn’t bat an eye.

From Salon