good/keen/sharp eye

noun

: a special ability to recognize a particular thing or quality
He has a keen eye for details.
He has a good eye for quality.

Examples of good/keen/sharp eye in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Books The Dark Art of Propaganda Andrew Stuttaford With his understanding of propaganda and sharp eye for the unnervingly offbeat, Peter Pomerantsev has unearthed an ideal subject in Sefton Delmer. Daniel Foster, National Review, 16 May 2024 For California beachgoers, officials ask that people give pelicans plenty of space and keep a keen eye out for any strange or erratic pelican behavior. Christian Thorsberg, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 May 2024 The past year’s surge is something to keep a keen eye on. Jonathan Lansner, Orange County Register, 15 May 2024 With a keen eye for emerging trends and a pursuit of excellence, Prevost continues shaping home services' future. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024 Joan Didion’s distinctive prose and sharp eye were tuned to an outsider’s frequency, telling us about ourselves in essays that are almost reflexively skeptical. New York Times, 9 May 2024 With a focus on rare fashion from the 1980s to the present day, the vintage expert has a keen eye for more directional archival pieces – think Helmut Lang, Comme des Garçons, and Junya Watanabe. Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Apr. 2024 Throughout his illustrious career, Dino Lucarelli has encountered numerous instances where his keen eye for detail and unwavering integrity have made all the difference. Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2024 Being aware of these dynamics—along with a strategy of conservative underwriting and a keen eye toward adding value—can help investors position themselves to capitalize on these unfolding events. Danny Kattan, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024

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