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more than meets the eye

Idioms  
  1. A hidden significance, greater than is first apparent, as in This agreement involves more than meets the eye. [Mid-1800s]


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Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies were falling Monday as digital assets continued a period of stagnant trading—but there may be more than meets the eye in this quiet patch for cryptos.

From Barron's Dec. 29, 2025

It is a toy that has delighted children for decades - but for one charity, Transformers really are more than meets the eye.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2024

A stirring three-act musical piece helped to guide a gallery of fresco paintings as a moving camera reveals more than meets the eye.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2023

It was East meets West for lauded Korean designer Woo Youngmi, whose show was more than meets the eye.

From Seattle Times Jan. 22, 2023

Ever notice that it’s always bad news? more than meets the eye.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner

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