VOCABULARY - IDIOMS

A Sight for Sore Eyes

Meaning:

Someone or something that is extremely pleasing or comforting to look at, especially after a long absence or a difficult time. It’s often used to express relief or happiness upon seeing something that brings joy or comfort.

Examples:

  • After spending a week in the hospital, the view of my own home was a sight for sore eyes.
  • When I saw the beach after months of hard work, it was truly a sight for sore eyes.
  • You’ve been away for so long, your smile is a sight for sore eyes.
  • The blooming flowers after the long winter were a sight for sore eyes.
  • After hours of walking in the desert, the oasis was a sight for sore eyes.
  • The return of the sun after days of rain was a sight for sore eyes.
  • When he finally arrived at the airport, it was a sight for sore eyes after waiting so long.
  • The clean, organized office was a sight for sore eyes after weeks of clutter.
  • The children’s laughter was a sight for sore eyes after such a quiet, lonely day.
  • Her favorite restaurant reopening was a sight for sore eyes after the pandemic closures.
  • After the long flight, the cozy bed was a sight for sore eyes.
  • Seeing my family after being away at college was a sight for sore eyes.
  • The finished painting was a sight for sore eyes after months of hard work.
  • The familiar streets of my hometown were a sight for sore eyes after years of traveling abroad.
  • Seeing my old friends at the reunion was truly a sight for sore eyes.
  • After the long night shift, the sunrise was a sight for sore eyes.
  • The repaired car was a sight for sore eyes after being broken down for so long.
  • Coming back to a clean house after a busy week was a sight for sore eyes.
  • The quiet countryside was a sight for sore eyes after living in the noisy city.
  • When the rain stopped and the rainbow appeared, it was a sight for sore eyes.