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What does it mean?
The speaker questions someone's voyeuristic behavior with zoom binoculars, implying they are staring inappropriately at her or others.
In plain terms
Why were you zooming in on us with your binoculars?
What can you take from it?
Do not stare at people with magnifying devices.

Where it applies

  • public events
  • concerts
  • crowds

Putting it to work

  • address unwanted attention
  • set personal boundaries

Questions to consider

  • How do you respond to invasive staring?
  • Is it ever okay to use binoculars at public shows?

Another view

The quote assumes intent without knowing what the person was actually looking at.

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