as in noticed
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 sighted
Jade Walker, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
While some of France’s important estates have sold out, diversified internationally, or even pursued potentially short-sighted revenue streams, Guigal has continued along its own path, quietly expanding their reach through a series of deliberate but seemingly unfashionable local acquisitions.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
First sighted in 2019 by the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, astronomers spotted it in August 2024, using the coronagraph in Webb’s MIRI instrument.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Critics said this is a short-sighted attempt to save money at the expense of a better understanding of the oceans and atmosphere.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
While some of France’s important estates have sold out, diversified internationally, or even pursued potentially short-sighted revenue streams, Guigal has continued along its own path, quietly expanding their reach through a series of deliberate but seemingly unfashionable local acquisitions.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
In July 2023, the AI system sighted one such event, which astronomers classified SN 2023zkd.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Aug. 2025
First sighted in 2019 by the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope, astronomers spotted it in August 2024, using the coronagraph in Webb’s MIRI instrument.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sighted
Verb
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But in recent years, psychologists, sociologists and concerned parents alike have noticed a growing number of young adults who seem caught in this adolescent quicksand — unable or unwilling to take the next step into adulthood.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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People in neighborhood are afraid, candidates say The Republican candidate seeking Hortman’s seat, real estate agent Ruth Bittner, noticed early in her campaign that people in the neighborhood where Hortman was killed seemed afraid to open their doors.—
Mark Vancleave,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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European policymakers were fully aware of the reorganization and job losses at Volkswagen, Luman said, amid broader concerns that falling employment in Germany’s historic car industry could put even more positions at risk.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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More importantly, people became aware of the ecological value and beauty of raptors and turned against killing them.—
Tom Langen,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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On September 5, the Friends actress was spotted enjoying a New York City date night with her boyfriend, Jim Cutis.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The three of them have recently been spotted in puff-sleeve pieces.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Today, a typical scan takes about 30 minutes; the optical system could theoretically cut that to just five.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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Dust and sandstorms have disrupted optical tracking, weakened the laser beam and caused wear on its optics.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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An earnest and thoughtful executive with a warm, open demeanor, Pinault was seated at Monday’s interview under a large black-and-white painting of an owl, the mascot for Kering — and a metaphor for his watchful eyes on shifting consumer sentiment and economic fluctuations.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Williams said staff will be extra watchful as students process Wilson’s death.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The trees were cut down, sawed in half, hollowed out and tied back together for the musicians to use.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Fanatics shared the moment Tennessee Titans first overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, saw Brady pop up on the screen to give him some wise words.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Spector then eyed the camera directly and dramatically took a sip of a drink.—
Judy Kurtz,
The Hill,
9 Sep. 2025
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Asia-Pacific markets traded mostly higher on Monday, as investors assessed Japan Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba’s resignation announcement over the weekend and eyed key economic data in the region.—
Holly Ellyatt,Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
8 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Rest assured, such anomalies occur from time to time, and all of us - especially the young - should be vigilant to anticipate - and prevent - them.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Stay informed, stay vigilant, and prioritize your well-being.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Sighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sighted. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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