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raise eyebrows

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raise (some) eyebrows

also raise a few eyebrows

to cause disapproval or worry The styles now favored by many teenagers have raised a few eyebrows among parents.

See also: eyebrow, raise

raise (a few) eyebrows

to shock or surprise people Anna's miniskirt raised eyebrows at the board meeting. The player's huge transfer fee raised a few eyebrows in the football world.

See also: eyebrow, raise

raise eyebrows

To cause surprise or mild disapproval.

See also: eyebrow, raise