every shut eye isn't asleep
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
One must be careful, because some people who seem not to be paying attention are actually paying attention.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “every shut eye isn't asleep” mean?
One must be careful, because some people who seem not to be paying attention are actually paying attention.
Is “every shut eye isn't asleep” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.