stared down (Meaning)

stared down

to cause to waver or submit by or as if by staring

The stern teacher stared down the mischievous student, silencing the chatter in the classroom.
The menacing wolves stared down the unsuspecting deer, their predatory instincts taking over.
The boxer stood his ground, staring down his opponent before the match began.
The stoic detective stared down the hardened criminal, refusing to be intimidated.
The lion stared down its prey, its keen eyes searching for an opening.
The fearless captain stared down the oncoming storm, determined to weather the tempest.
The young child stared down the towering giant, her newfound bravery overcoming her fears.
The surgeon stared down the complex operation, his focus unwavering despite the pressure.
The spy stared down the secret agent, trying to decipher his true intentions.
The judge stared down the defendant, his stern gaze conveying the weight of the charges.

to cause to waver or submit by or as if by staring

pored (over), outstared, perused, studied, outfaced, glared, considered, ogled, stared,leered

peeked, dipped (into), scanned,glanced, glimpsed, winked (at),peeped,browsed

The stern teacher stared down the mischievous student, silencing the chatter in the classroom.

The menacing wolves stared down the unsuspecting deer, their predatory instincts taking over.

The boxer stood his ground, staring down his opponent before the match began.

The stoic detective stared down the hardened criminal, refusing to be intimidated.