Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words. The criminal didn't bat an eyelid when the judge pronounced the sentence?

Assessment: JAMB UTME - Use of English - 1997 Subject: English Language

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Choose the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to the underlined words.

The criminal didn't bat an eyelid when the judge pronounced the sentence?

Answer Details
The phrase "didn't bat an eyelid" means to show no emotion or surprise in response to something unexpected. Therefore, the most appropriate option nearest in meaning to this phrase is "showed no emotion or surprise".

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