Meaning of the word "cry with one eye and laugh with the other" in English
What does "cry with one eye and laugh with the other" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cry with one eye and laugh with the other
US /kraɪ wɪð wʌn aɪ ænd læf wɪð ði ˈʌðər/
UK /kraɪ wɪð wʌn aɪ ənd lɑːf wɪð ði ˈʌðə/
Idiom
to experience or express conflicting emotions of sadness and joy at the same time; to be insincere in one's display of emotion
Example:
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When her rival lost the position but she got the promotion, she was crying with one eye and laughing with the other.
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He pretended to be sorry for his friend's misfortune, but everyone knew he was crying with one eye and laughing with the other.