sight line
noun
: a line extending from an observer's eye to a viewed object or area (such as a stage)
a theater with excellent sight lines
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The Intuit Dome roof specifically was designed and engineered for the Halo Board, optimizing sight lines from all seats and prioritizing the viewing experience of upper-bowl seating.
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Marissa Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2024
If your load is bulky, having it in front of you can interfere with movement and sight lines.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 18 July 2024
Most arterials, while an essential part of the transportation system, have been designed for speed rather than safety, with broad lanes and shoulders, wide curves and good sight lines.
—Tom Condon, Hartford Courant, 22 Apr. 2024
Some partition walls also incorporate glass to maintain sight lines and allow sunlight to continue through your home while still cutting down on noise and giving a sense of separation.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2024
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Marissa Kraus, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2024
If your load is bulky, having it in front of you can interfere with movement and sight lines.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 18 July 2024
Most arterials, while an essential part of the transportation system, have been designed for speed rather than safety, with broad lanes and shoulders, wide curves and good sight lines.
—Tom Condon, Hartford Courant, 22 Apr. 2024
Some partition walls also incorporate glass to maintain sight lines and allow sunlight to continue through your home while still cutting down on noise and giving a sense of separation.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2024
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“Sight line.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sight%20line. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.
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