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as in hearts
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
this wilderness area is at the eye of the controversy between conservation and development
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as in minds
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
in my eye, cats make better pets than dogs
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as in looks
an instance of looking especially briefly
all of the hungry luncheon guests cast an eager eye on the buffet table as they took their seats
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as in vision
the ability to see
her eyes are diminishing with age
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as in gazes
a fixed intent look
peering through the binoculars with a sharp eye
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as in watches
to keep one's eyes on
a lot of his backyard bird watching was spent eyeing the squirrels as they depleted the bird feeder of seeds
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as in notices
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I wondered who tracked dirt all over the floor until I eyed the muddy sneakers
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as in debates
to give serious and careful thought to
we're eyeing the possibility of buying property there
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Recent Examples of eyes
Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Nolthenius hopes that more astronomers – professionals and amateurs – will turn their eyes to the skies to observe Quaoar's occultations.
—Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The market is also changing, as Rail Europe eyes younger travelers who may not be familiar with rail travel.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Riki could just picture her narrowing her eyes in suspicion.
—Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
Really, Slightly’s truer kin could be Kirsh, who continues to roll his eyes at the hybrid’s human aspirations.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Symptoms may include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), rash, and weakness.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 10 Sep. 2025
This is about creating a childhood away from prying eyes, giving his children the space and support to enjoy being children without a care in the world.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Plus, this option is a safe pick for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers thanks to its fragrance-free and ophthalmologist-tested formula.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2025
Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
The director noticed that the exhausted Sheen couldn't keep his eyes open even when cameras were rolling.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Nolthenius hopes that more astronomers – professionals and amateurs – will turn their eyes to the skies to observe Quaoar's occultations.
—Nola Taylor Tillman, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The market is also changing, as Rail Europe eyes younger travelers who may not be familiar with rail travel.
—Everett Potter, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Riki could just picture her narrowing her eyes in suspicion.
—Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
Really, Slightly’s truer kin could be Kirsh, who continues to roll his eyes at the hybrid’s human aspirations.
—Noel Murray, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025
Symptoms may include jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), rash, and weakness.
—Lindsay Cook, Health, 10 Sep. 2025
This is about creating a childhood away from prying eyes, giving his children the space and support to enjoy being children without a care in the world.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Plus, this option is a safe pick for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers thanks to its fragrance-free and ophthalmologist-tested formula.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
As the hotel eyes its next half century, Skaletsky sees an even bolder approach to hospitality.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eyes
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Video of the fatal attack showed Kirk speaking to a large crowd of people on the university campus as a shot rings out.—
Richard Hall,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
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When the school sent out an emergency alert phone call, the simultaneous rings echoed up and down the line.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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As the sun was setting, hundreds of North Texans — many clad in black — gathered with candles and posters in their hands and solidarity in their hearts.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Sep. 2025
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Michelle and Zooey are the perfect duo to bring this cinematic joyride to life—they’re both original, fearless comedians with huge hearts and a willingness to be funny on horseback.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Sep. 2025
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Effective leaders treat their minds like a gym.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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But all is not lost, because there are ways to change people’s minds.—
Sarah Stein Lubrano,
Mercury News,
13 Sep. 2025
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For all its outré looks, Area has had its over-the-top runway styles translate into highly covetable denim styles and slinky miniskirts and jackets covered in signature rhinestones and pearls.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Pittman noted the Rebels didn’t run their offense at their standard lightning pace for much of the game and did a lot of looks to the sidelines for late play adjustments.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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But Lerner is clear that the vision goes beyond one platform.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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Of course, this vision also pushes technology to adapt in ways that could benefit life on Earth.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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In Competition Tender Claws’ Face Jumping, uses eye-tracking on the Meta Quest Pro to let participants swap perspectives with what looked like ghosts, by locking gazes with them.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Rafael Nadal, who retired last year, wore multiple $1 million Richard Mille watches during his time in the sport.—
Mary Whitfill Roeloffs,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Wide receiver Xavier Worthy #1 of the Kansas City Chiefs watches from the sidelines during the second quarter of the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on August 09, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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The algorithm notices patterns and rewards reliable creators with better reach.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Watson notices Ringo’s loyalty in the smallest moments.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Eyes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eyes. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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