expression, ichidan verb
get lucky; have luck on one's side
Idiomatic expression meaning to have good fortune or a lucky break. Often used when something unexpectedly goes well or when one gets a favorable opportunity.
See also: 芽が出る (めがでる)
宝くじで目が出たら、世界旅行に行きたい。
If I get lucky with the lottery, I want to go on a trip around the world.
彼は最近仕事で目が出て、昇進した。
He recently got lucky at work and got promoted.
expression, ichidan verb
eyes bulge out with surprise
Literally 'one's eyes come out', describing a shocked or surprised expression. Often used in the phrase 目の玉が飛び出る, but 目が出る can also convey the same image.
See also: 目の玉が飛び出る
値段を見て、目が出るほど驚いた。
I was so surprised at the price that my eyes nearly popped out.