Puppy dog eyes: Scientists explain - News Review

The story
If a dog has eyes that seem to be telling you something or demanding your attention, it could be evolution's way of manipulating your feelings - because researchers have identified a muscle that allows dogs to create a 'puppy eyes' expression that helps them bond with their human companions.
Vocabulary
puppy dog eyes
facial expression which makes people develop a caring response
• I didn't want to give Rob a biscuit, but he made those puppy dog eyes and I just had to.
• In every boy band there's one member with puppy dog eyes who everyone loves.
hijack
(here) take control of a situation for your advantage
• Dan hijacked the Christmas party and took us axe throwing instead.
• My colleague hijacked a meeting about finance to complain about his pay.
tug at our hearts
cause us to feel strong affection or sympathy
• TV shows about family reunions tug at Catherine's heart. She can't stop crying.
• School performances tug at the heartstrings. The parents get so emotional.
Language challenge
Young love that doesn't last is called…
a) doggy love
b) puppy love
c) mutt love
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