He maintained eye contact with me throughout the conversation.
The speaker made eye contact with audience members.
The jury avoided eye contact with the defendant as the verdict was read.
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Young and able-bodied riders avoiding eye contact with seniors or pregnant moms rather than give up their seats.—Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026 This arrangement encourages eye contact for conversation without the need to float any furniture in the center.—Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 8 June 2026 Also, remember that the avatar is reading your body language, eye contact, any kind of sighing or moaning.—Phil Blair, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2026 Warm, attentive and personalized with plenty of eye contact.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for eye contact