eyes are out on stalks

eyes are out on stalks
(someone's) eyes are out on stalks informal, informal if someone's eyes are out on stalks, they are looking at someone or something in a way that shows that they think that person or thing is extremely surprising or attractive.

You should have seen Pete when Bec turned up in her short skirt. His eyes were out on stalks.


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