within sight of (something)

phrase

—used to say that (something specified) can be seen from a certain place
The ocean is within sight of the hotel.

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So many people’s houses and apartments are within sight of a canyon. — Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2026 Bruce Township Fire, with a station within sight of the crash, was on scene and able to remove all passengers from the crash, according to MSP. — Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 28 Nov. 2025 Down the coast, Kalk Bay’s high street compresses antiques, galleries, and coffee stops within sight of the sea. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Nov. 2025 All the areas were within sight of a stage with a musician or band, and each stage area had ample seating for guests who wanted to sit and sip in the shade. — Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for within sight of (something)

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“Within sight of (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/within%20sight%20of%20%28something%29. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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