stare down

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Verb stare down has 1 sense

stare down, outstare, outface - overcome or cause to waver or submit by (or as if by) staring; "He simply stared down his opponent"
--₁ is one way to gaze, stare
Sample sentence:
Sam cannot stare down Sue

Definitions from the Web

Stare Down

Definition:

Verb: To look directly at someone or something in a challenging or intimidating manner, usually to assert dominance or express determination.

Synonyms:

Glare
Gaze
Steady look
Eye contact

Example Sentences:

He stared down his opponent, daring him to make a move.
The teacher stared down the misbehaving student, expecting him to correct his behavior.
She refused to be intimidated and stared down the aggressive dog.
During the negotiation, the two parties engaged in a tense stare down.

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