Without batting an eye

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Describing someone’s reaction to something unusual, surprising, or shocking. Remaining calm and composed, showing no outward signs of surprise or emotion.

Without batting an eye

Not bat an eye/eyelash

To show no sign of surprise or worry when something unexpected happens

She told him she’d spent all her savings but he didn’t bat an eye.

Cambridge Dictionary

The English expression that is similar in meaning to the Dutch saying “zonder blinken of blozen” is “without batting an eye” or “without batting an eyelash.”

Both of these phrases convey the idea that someone remains calm and composed in a situation where others might expect a reaction of surprise, embarrassment, or emotion.

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The phrase “without batting an eye” is an idiomatic expression in English that is used to describe someone’s reaction to something unusual, surprising, or shocking. When someone does something “without batting an eye,” it means they remain calm and composed, showing no outward signs of surprise or emotion. Here are the key points associated with this phrase:

  1. Calmness: The phrase suggests that the person in question remains calm and composed in the face of unexpected or shocking situations.

  2. Lack of emotional reaction: “Without batting an eye” implies that the individual doesn’t display any visible emotional response, such as widening their eyes in surprise or showing shock.

  3. Unflappable demeanor: People who can handle surprising or challenging situations “without batting an eye” are often seen as unflappable or unfazed by adversity.

  4. Stoicism: It reflects a sense of stoicism, where a person doesn’t let their emotions or facial expressions betray their inner feelings.

  5. Resilience: It can also suggest a degree of resilience, as the person can handle adversity or unexpected events without becoming overly distressed.

Overall, “without batting an eye” describes someone who can maintain a cool and composed demeanor even when faced with surprising or challenging circumstances.

“To fall off one’s chair” or “to be taken aback.” It’s used when someone is surprised or shocked by something to the point where they might metaphorically fall out of their chair in amazement or disbelief.

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4 mei 2011

An old man asks for help in moving a very heavy box, and proceeds to walk to his car as slow as humanly possible. Then it turns out the old man wasn’t injured at all, just lazy.

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You have to do what

By the skin of your

Money makes the

Against All Odds

A wild goose chase

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