a fresh pair of eyes
Meaning(s)
1. someone who can offer a new or different perspective to something
Popularity
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How to Memorize
offer/bring a fresh pair of eyes to something
Analysis
This expression refers to somebody who can examine or offer a critique of something, often a plan, text, or document, in an unbiased and clear way, usually as a result of not being involved in the creation process. If, for example, you have spent days writing a report, you might be so bogged down in the research and detail that you miss something important that somebody distant from the process could pick up on immediately. A 'fresh pair of eyes' is therefore very useful for spotting mistakes and offering new perspectives, which is why the term is so common in a professional context.
Professional Examples (Advance)
- I'm struggling to find a solution to the problem. I could do with a fresh pair of eyes to provide me with a new perspective.
- After I had spent all day writing the article, I asked Mary to review it for any typos as the task required a fresh pair of eyes.
- The company made an external appointment for the vacant position as they wanted someone who would bring a fresh pair of eyes to the business.
Social Examples (Advance)
- I'm still not happy with this painting, I think I've been working on it for too long I need a fresh set of eyes.
- Would you mind reading my essay, I think I need a fresh set of eyes to give me an opinion.