How to Use on sight in a Sentence

on sight

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  • This malware blocking test starts by noting any samples that the antivirus wipes out on sight.
    — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Clary said the devices have been an extremely effective tool that sometimes make students cooperate on sight even without shocking a student.
    — Kathy McCormack, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In particular, a fast, lightweight touch-sensing system was created that lets the drone navigate without relying on sight.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Later, another nerdy boy will fall prey to their antics, yet there’s no gruesome violence on sight, only a melancholic and ethereal exorcizing of the demons that plague Emily’s heart.
    — Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 20 July 2026
  • Princess cake was a technical challenge on The Great British Baking Show, and with a new season rolling out on Netflix this month, plenty of fans have the show top of mind and recognize it on sight.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 25 Sep. 2026

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