ichidan verb, transitive verb
exchange glances; look at each other
Used when two or more people look at each other, often to share a reaction or confirm something silently.
彼らは顔を見合わせて笑った。
They looked at each other and laughed.
驚いて、私たちは思
Surprised, we involuntarily exchanged glances.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
postpone; put off; withhold; cancel
Commonly used for suspending or canceling plans, events, or decisions, often due to circumstances. 'Abandon' is a strong nuance; usually implies temporary suspension.
悪天候のため、試合は見合わせることになった。
Due to bad weather, the game was postponed.
今月の購入は見合わせます。
I'll hold off on purchasing this month.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
Used when examining two or more things side by side to note differences or similarities. Often appears in formal or analytical contexts.
両者のデータを見合わせて判断する。
We'll compare the data from both sides and decide.
去年の売上と今年の売上を見合わせると、大きな違いがある。
Comparing last year's sales with this year's, there is a big difference.