What is the meaning of this oxymoron? Helen kept her eyes wide shut as she read the telegram informing her of her husband's tragic fate while climbing the rocky peak.

A.
Helen did not want to face the sad news she received.
B.
Tears blocked Helen's eyes as she tried to read.
C.
Helen pressed her eyelids in a tightly closed position.
D.
Helen's eyes were wide when open and wide shut when closed.
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