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as in eyesight
the ability to see
lost his sight in an accident when he was young
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as in loads
a considerable amount
this place sure is a good sight better than that last motel
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
the crew felt a rush of excitement upon hearing that the lookout had sighted land
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Recent Examples of sight
Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Sep. 2025
The snacks on offer, though, are worth tearing yourself away from the sights.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2025
Before the new regulations, says Annie Inglis, Marine Biology Presenter with Quark, the expedition crew would be hurrying to get guests in Zodiacs to try to get closer to a bear sighting like this.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Noun
The premise is that the documentary crew that filmed Michael, Pam, Jim, Dwight, and all the rest for years has now set the sights and cameras on the staff of the historic and struggling newspaper The Truth Teller in Toledo, Ohio.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 26 Sep. 2025
The snacks on offer, though, are worth tearing yourself away from the sights.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
Jordyn Brooks sighting: The starting linebacker suffered an apparent injury towards the end of Thursday’s joint practice with the Jaguars.
—Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2025
Before the new regulations, says Annie Inglis, Marine Biology Presenter with Quark, the expedition crew would be hurrying to get guests in Zodiacs to try to get closer to a bear sighting like this.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sight
Noun
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With the return of Worthy, whose tremendous rookie year was punctuated with his eight-catches for 157 yards and two touchdowns in the otherwise abominable Super Bowl loss to the Eagles, everything else was both more in its place and expanded through his presence.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
29 Sep. 2025
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Benito is ‘truly inspiring’ Some Super Bowl officials commented on Bad Bunny's presence at the next edition of the major sporting event.—
Paula Soria,
AZCentral.com,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At first glance, the difference between a cruise ship and a yacht seems obvious.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
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Just a glance but a deliberate one.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bissell Featherweight Cordless Stick Vacuum The vacuum also converts into a handheld device, which is a total game changer for cleaning above-floor messes, couch cushions, baseboards, and spots where my apartment loves to collect dust bunnies.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
27 Sep. 2025
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Compression Packing Cubes Tripped Large Packing Cube Set Compression packing cubes save so much space and keep your suitcase from becoming a mess by day two.—
Julie Rousseau,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
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Farley, a former New York City health commissioner who teaches at Tulane University, acknowledged that many factors contribute to falls, including the physical impairments and deteriorating eyesight associated with advancing age; alcohol abuse; and tripping hazards in people’s homes.—
Paula Span,
Miami Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
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Doctors later explained that the growth was pressing against her optic nerve, threatening her eyesight.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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The fest happened along the shore of the Eel River and featured loads of daytime activities along with the music by night.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
25 Sep. 2025
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Planted in the fall, hairy vetch (Vicia villosa) quickly grows to 12-20 inches tall, adding loads of nitrogen to the soil and preventing erosion.—
Miranda Crowell,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In August, a single-engine Piper PA-28 crash landed on southbound Interstate 805 in Sorrento Valley after the pilot noticed the engine was sputtering and losing power.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Sep. 2025
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For almost the entire bloated two-hour run time, Black keeps his foot on the accelerator in the hope that audiences won’t notice the haphazard, barely logical plotting.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The photos featured the bride and groom embracing, along with glimpses of wedding-day details like her custom halter-style Ralph Lauren gown, her bouquet, and the lush private estate setting.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
28 Sep. 2025
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From music and fashion to politics and film, each appearance offered a glimpse into how Black talent continues to define excellence in every arena.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
28 Sep. 2025
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As the decorations go up and the costumes come together, Indy-area neighborhoods, stages, historic sites and more are gearing up for their annual Halloween festivities and frights.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
23 Sep. 2025
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Many movies tried to recreate its magic mixture, including some of its own sequels, but few achieved the merry concoction of frights, gore, and giggles that Craven handled so masterfully.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Sep. 2025
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“Sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sight. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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