How Do You Spell PULL THE WOOL OVER EYES?

Pronunciation: [pˈʊl ðə wˈʊl ˌə͡ʊvəɹ ˈa͡ɪz] (IPA)

The idiom "pull the wool over eyes" means to deceive or trick someone. The word "wool" is spelled as /wʊl/, with the IPA phonetic transcription indicating the sound of "oo" as in "book". The phrase likely originated from a literal act of pulling a wool hat or scarf over someone's eyes to blindfold them. Over time, the phrase has evolved to refer more generally to the act of hiding the truth or concealing one's intentions.

PULL THE WOOL OVER EYES Meaning and Definition

1. The idiom "pull the wool over someone's eyes" is used to describe an act of deceiving or misleading someone by concealing the truth or true intentions. When someone pulls the wool over someone's eyes, they are attempting to manipulate or fool the person into believing something that is not true or accurate.

   The phrase is believed to have originated from the practice of pulling a woolen hat or cap over one's eyes to impair vision. Consequently, "pulling the wool over someone's eyes" figuratively implies obstructing or hindering their ability to see the reality or truth.

   This idiom often indicates a deliberate attempt to deceive or mislead, whether through artifice, clever manipulation, or dishonesty. It can refer to various contexts, including personal relationships, business transactions, or even political and social situations.

   The expression implies an act of cunning, where the person being deceived may remain unaware of the true intentions or agenda at play. It can convey a sense of betrayal or the resultant feelings of being tricked or misled once the truth is inevitably uncovered.

   "Pulling the wool over someone's eyes" can be employed as a metaphor to caution individuals against blindly trusting others or to encourage skepticism and critical thinking to avoid falling victim to deception.

Common Misspellings for PULL THE WOOL OVER EYES

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Idioms with the word PULL THE WOOL OVER EYES

• pull the wool over eyes To deceive or trick someone by concealing the truth from them.