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raise eyebrow

gen. das Gesicht verziehen
raise eyebrows
gen. für etwas Stirnrunzeln sorgen
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raise eyebrows
idiom. to elicit shock, surprise, or offense, typically through unconventional actions or words (The phrase typically suggests negative attention or judgment. • Her irreverent chatter during the ceremony raised eyebrows. thefreedictionary.com • My best friend's pink hair definitely raised a few eyebrows at our very strict school.)
raise some, a few, someone's, a lot of, etc. eyebrows
idiom. to shock or surprise people mildly (by doing or saying something • What you just said may raise some eyebrows, but it shouldn't make anyone really angry. thefreedictionary.com • John's sudden marriage to Ann raised a few eyebrows.)
raise eyebrow
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