good eye
noun
: a special ability to notice or recognize a particular thing or quality
an agent with a good eye for new talent
He has a good eye for quality.
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Nini had good eye contact—one of his few non-autistic traits.
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Tao Lin, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Read more below The best eye relief With good eye relief and great optics for skywatching, these binoculars would suit those who wear glasses — and without breaking the bank.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 6 June 2025
Having a good eye for collectables is embedded in Reza’s family history.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 May 2025
The girl with one good eye who finally had some vision.
—Nina E. Cerfolio, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
And keep drafting cornerbacks, especially given Carroll’s love and good eye for that position.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Lara is a contact hitter from both sides of the plate with exceptionally quick hands and a good eye at the plate.
—Chuck Murr, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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Tao Lin, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
Read more below The best eye relief With good eye relief and great optics for skywatching, these binoculars would suit those who wear glasses — and without breaking the bank.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 6 June 2025
Having a good eye for collectables is embedded in Reza’s family history.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 24 May 2025
The girl with one good eye who finally had some vision.
—Nina E. Cerfolio, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2025
And keep drafting cornerbacks, especially given Carroll’s love and good eye for that position.
—Vic Tafur, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Lara is a contact hitter from both sides of the plate with exceptionally quick hands and a good eye at the plate.
—Chuck Murr, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Good eye.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20eye. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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