in the eyes of somebody/something

in the eyes of (someone)

In someone's view or opinion. I won't be a success in the eyes of my mother unless I become a neurosurgeon.
See also: eye, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in the eyes of somebody/something

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in somebody’s eyes

according to somebody/something; in somebody’s opinion: You may believe that what you are doing is right, but in the eyes of the law it’s a crime.
See also: eye, of, somebody, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • on one's
  • on someone's
  • at one's
  • at someone's
  • other than
  • other than (something)
  • out of one's
  • (I've) got to go
  • it's dogged that does it
  • save someone's skin