Steely-eyed
//ˈstiːliˌaɪd// adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Having a hard, strong, and determined look about oneself. idiomatic
- 2 Having a hard, strong, and determined mentality or mindset. idiomatic
"Her steely-eyed control of emotion has become such a reliable source of strength and enjoyment in the last two seasons, it's genuinely moving to see her defenses fall in the face of long-lost friends and family."
Example
More examples"Her steely-eyed control of emotion has become such a reliable source of strength and enjoyment in the last two seasons, it's genuinely moving to see her defenses fall in the face of long-lost friends and family."
Etymology
From steely + eyed.
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