The phrase "cynical eye" refers to a way of observing or looking at things with a doubt or lack of trust. It means being skeptical and not easily believing or accepting what you see or hear.
Sentences with «cynical eye»
Maybe Puel too could be exploited by companies with cynical eyes, such as Sun Bets. (irishtimes.com)
«Publishers would become profitable in short order if entrenched agents and editors weren't allowed to have veto power over innovative proposals, running their jaded, cynical eyes over every hint of freshness, trained in being subservient lapdogs to master strategists holding the keys to the riches,» Shavani argued in the post, pointing out what indie presses and self - published authors alike have experienced: the gatekeeper mentality. (goodereader.com)
There's no reason that one can't turn a very cynical eye to the government as a monopolistic, force - endowed agent forcing charity at gunpoint while still recognizing one's moral obligation to one's fellow man. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)