bloodshot
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of bloodshot
1545–55; apocopated variant of blood-shotten. See blood, shotten
Example Sentences
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"Emotions take a back seat," he said, his eyes bloodshot after having worked with his colleagues throughout the night.
From Barron's • May 25, 2026
“Her hijab was off. Her eyes were bloodshot red. There were tears going down her cheeks. She was hunched over squealing,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2024
Balzak’s bloodshot, bulging eyes were locked on every movement of her hand as she took him through various activities designed to check his health and attitude.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2023
While bloodshot eyes can look alarming, experts say, viral pink eye isn’t usually anything to worry about on its own, and Arcturus is not showing signs of being more dangerous than previous variants.
From Scientific American • May 12, 2023
His eyes were bloodshot, his forehead creased with heavy lines.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
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