line of sight
noun phrase
1
: a line from an observer's eye to a distant point
2
: the line between two points
specifically
: the straight path between a transmitting antenna (as for radio or television signals) and a receiving antenna when unobstructed by the horizon
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To determine any position, a GPS typically needs a line of sight from four satellites.
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Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
The firm also found existing vegetation on the north side of the road would need to be cleared to create a clear line of sight at the intersection.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
The eclipse will be visible from any line of sight to the moon without any special equipment, NASA says, though a dark environment, binoculars or a telescope can enhance the view.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 2 Mar. 2026
The gates also appeared to be closed, and a set of brick walls had been erected in front of the glass front of the building, blocking a direct line of sight from the parking lot.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Mar. 2026
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Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
The firm also found existing vegetation on the north side of the road would need to be cleared to create a clear line of sight at the intersection.
—Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 4 Mar. 2026
The eclipse will be visible from any line of sight to the moon without any special equipment, NASA says, though a dark environment, binoculars or a telescope can enhance the view.
—Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 2 Mar. 2026
The gates also appeared to be closed, and a set of brick walls had been erected in front of the glass front of the building, blocking a direct line of sight from the parking lot.
—Lucas Finton, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 2 Mar. 2026
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“Line of sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/line%20of%20sight. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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