Выражение встречается в следующем контексте: I prepared for my conference with don Ciccio as if he were Solomon. I went over how to greet him and ask for his blessing. I memorized a humble speech replete with apologies. I scrubbed myself and wore my best clothes. I promised myself that if I got out of this predicament unscathed, I would never look at another almond-eyed woman as long as I lived.

Заранее большое спасибо