as in awake
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
an open-eyed deer cautiously grazed in the backyard
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Recent Examples of open-eyed
There are other open-eyed Republicans on the 2026 ballot including Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.
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Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2024
For Hazony, the common good can be divined from an open-eyed examination of history and nature.
—Charles King, Foreign Affairs, 20 June 2023
Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2024
For Hazony, the common good can be divined from an open-eyed examination of history and nature.
—Charles King, Foreign Affairs, 20 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-eyed
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Our eyes looked less puffy and tired and felt more bright and awake.L.A. Hubilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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Willie fell asleep instantly, but Eliza stayed awake into the silent hours, watching the shimmer of moonbright river on the wall and the ceiling.Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Indianapolis weather:Potential snow squalls have Indianapolis meteorologists on alert Flash freezing for this evening As temperatures fall later on today into the evening flash freezing on the surfaces of roads will also be possible.Jade Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 11 Dec. 2024
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Residents with eucalyptus trees in or near their yard should also be on alert, since the trees are highly flammable and have shallow root structures.Maura Fox, The Mercury News, 10 Dec. 2024
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The study also urges healthcare providers to be more vigilant when diagnosing histoplasmosis, particularly in marijuana growers and highlights the need for testing commercial bat guano for Histoplasma and educating users on proper handling to avoid fungal infections.Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Remember to stay vigilant while shopping online or responding to unexpected messages.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
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While the four vampires (plus their Monster and the Guide, played by Kristen Schaal) are largely unfazed by the news, Guillermo starts to spiral, seemingly unable to accept that this is the end of everything he's worked so hard for (under the watchful eye of the cameras).Stacy Lambe, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
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The North Koreans apparently attacked in broad daylight, on foot, marching over mines under the watchful eyes of Ukrainian drones—and came under fire from drones and artillery.David Axe, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Pedro Pascal, Kristen Stewart, and Sebastian Stan films hit Sundance 2024: See the full lineup MIDNIGHT From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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For wide-awake eyes, Mrs. Bieber swipes on Kosas’ Revealer Concealer, which is another multipurpose product.Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Open-eyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-eyed. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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