eye-opening
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Defoe said his stint at Woking had been "an eye-opening managerial experience and one that will undoubtedly make me stronger for the next challenge in my career".
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Despite political drama and a disappointing end to the U.S. team’s run, the 2026 World Cup proved to be an eye-opening affirmation of American soft power.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
Perhaps their eye-opening experience can accelerate the transformation of rights into realities.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Here’s an eye-opening chart during a year in which growth stocks in the information technology sector have performed so well and dominated financial-media coverage:
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 18, 2026
Through our little eye-opening and to our empty stomach he appeared gigantic.
From My Attainment of the Pole by Cook, Frederick A.
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