godan verb (-su), transitive verb
exchange glances; look at each other
Used when two or more people look at each other, often to gauge reactions or share a silent understanding.
See also: 見合わせる
彼らは互いに見合わして、にっこり笑った。
They exchanged glances and smiled at each other.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
postpone; put off; withhold; abandon
Often used when a plan or action is deliberately delayed or canceled after considering circumstances. The nuance ranges from temporary postponement to complete abandonment.
See also: 見合わせる
悪天候のため、試合は見合わされた。
The game was postponed due to bad weather.
今回は参加を見合わせることにした。
I decided to refrain from participating this time.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Used when examining two or more things side by side to note differences or similarities. Less common than 比較する.
See also: 見合わせる
両者の意見を見合わすと、違いがはっきり分かる。
When you compare the two opinions, the differences become clear.