line of sight
noun phrase
1
: a line from an observer's eye to a distant point
2
: the line between two points
specifically
: the straight path between a transmitting antenna (as for radio or television signals) and a receiving antenna when unobstructed by the horizon
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Still, the project gained regulatory approval from the Federal Aviation Administration in May for its drones to fly beyond the visual line of sight.
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Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 18 Jan. 2025
Since Saturn rotates on an axis tilted by 27 degrees, its tilt occasionally causes its rings to align with the line of sight from Earth.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Photo : Gateway Bronco Recaro bucket seats, here finished with Pepita Houndstooth inserts, are mounted high in the cabin, which may block the line of sight for taller drivers due to the top of the windshield frame.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Moreover, tethered drones typically fly closer to the ground, which limits the line of sight required for visual detection.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
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Will McCurdy, PCMAG, 18 Jan. 2025
Since Saturn rotates on an axis tilted by 27 degrees, its tilt occasionally causes its rings to align with the line of sight from Earth.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Photo : Gateway Bronco Recaro bucket seats, here finished with Pepita Houndstooth inserts, are mounted high in the cabin, which may block the line of sight for taller drivers due to the top of the windshield frame.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Nov. 2024
Moreover, tethered drones typically fly closer to the ground, which limits the line of sight required for visual detection.
—Vikram Mittal, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025
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“Line of sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/line%20of%20sight. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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