
Look somebody up and down
Judgmental Tone
This phrase can imply a critical assessment of someone's appearance or style.
As soon as he walked in, the group looked him up and down, whispering disapprovingly among themselves.
Non-Verbal Opinion
Using this phrase shows an opinion is being formed without saying anything out loud.
The fashion designer looked her up and down, pondering her model potential.
Possible Discomfort
Someone might feel uncomfortable or embarrassed when looked up and down.
At the interview, the panel looked her up and down, making her nervous.
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