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sight for sore eyes

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sight for sore eyes

Fig. a welcome sight. Oh, am I glad to see you here! You're a sight for sore eyes. I'm sure hungry. This meal is a sight for sore eyes.

See also: eye, sight, sore

sight for sore eyes

Informal

One whom it is a relief or joy to see.

See also: eye, sight, sore