outstare

verb (used with object), out·stared, out·star·ing.

to outdo in staring; stare down.

to cause (someone) discomfort or embarrassment.

Origin:
1590–1600; out- + stare

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outstare
verb
overcome or cause to waver or submit by (or as if by) staring; "He simply stared down his opponent" [syn: stare down]

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