Chuka Umunna

I spent many hours slaving away, day and night, bleary eyed, on multi-million pound takeovers, mergers and acquisitions, and the rest. It could sound glamorous (especially when it involved overseas travel) but often it wasn't partly because, as a lawyer, you were not the one calling the shots.

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The blurred vision described by 'bleary' is usually short-lived, often improving after rest.

Often Temporary

'Bleary' implies difficulty in seeing fine details, often due to eye strain or tears.

Not for Detail

Describing vision as 'bleary' can hint at emotional tiredness or a sense of being overwhelmed.

Emotional Connotation

When describing a person, 'bleary' suggests visible signs of fatigue, like puffy or red eyes.

Physical Appearance

Apart from tiredness, 'bleary' can also describe being worn out from emotional events.