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as in hearts
a thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest
this wilderness area is at the eye of the controversy between conservation and development
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as in minds
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
in my eye, cats make better pets than dogs
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as in looks
an instance of looking especially briefly
all of the hungry luncheon guests cast an eager eye on the buffet table as they took their seats
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as in vision
the ability to see
her eyes are diminishing with age
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as in gazes
a fixed intent look
peering through the binoculars with a sharp eye
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as in watches
to keep one's eyes on
a lot of his backyard bird watching was spent eyeing the squirrels as they depleted the bird feeder of seeds
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as in notices
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I wondered who tracked dirt all over the floor until I eyed the muddy sneakers
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as in debates
to give serious and careful thought to
we're eyeing the possibility of buying property there
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Recent Examples of eyes
Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Hans is engaged to a fellow performer, but Cleopatra has her eyes on Hans’s sizable inheritance.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Told exclusively though the eyes of a family, and not the politicians or perpetrators who are largely just referred to as a deep state company called Cumberland, is an effective idea and certainly hits close to home(s).
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Adams’ eyes moved down the row of windows, settling on one that had inexplicably been left open.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
People saw that with their own eyes, and slowly, these stigmas started to go away.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
And in Stant’s eyes, this is a boon for the forest.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
That’s why our team members keep their eyes on the bigger picture, and push forward in the face of adversity.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
By becoming such a household name and making such a storm, Copeland opened the eyes of those leading big companies, Bradley said — forcing them to actually consider Black ballerinas in their companies.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Pozzo also eyes a reprise of collaborations, which over the years have seen Wolford partnering with brands such as Thierry Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Adidas, GCDS and Sergio Rossi, to cite a few.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
As the hotel eyes its next half century, Skaletsky sees an even bolder approach to hospitality.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
Tietjen was fatally shot and his face and eyes were also burned with cigarettes, according to WISTV.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 30 Oct. 2025
Hans is engaged to a fellow performer, but Cleopatra has her eyes on Hans’s sizable inheritance.
—JSTOR Daily, 30 Oct. 2025
Told exclusively though the eyes of a family, and not the politicians or perpetrators who are largely just referred to as a deep state company called Cumberland, is an effective idea and certainly hits close to home(s).
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 29 Oct. 2025
Adams’ eyes moved down the row of windows, settling on one that had inexplicably been left open.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
People saw that with their own eyes, and slowly, these stigmas started to go away.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 29 Oct. 2025
And in Stant’s eyes, this is a boon for the forest.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 29 Oct. 2025
That’s why our team members keep their eyes on the bigger picture, and push forward in the face of adversity.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 23 Oct. 2025
By becoming such a household name and making such a storm, Copeland opened the eyes of those leading big companies, Bradley said — forcing them to actually consider Black ballerinas in their companies.
—Leah Asmelash, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
If the Phillies end up losing Schwarber to free agency, bringing in an All-Star like Tucker long term would be a great addition as the team eyes a return to the playoffs next season.
—Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
Pozzo also eyes a reprise of collaborations, which over the years have seen Wolford partnering with brands such as Thierry Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Adidas, GCDS and Sergio Rossi, to cite a few.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025
As the hotel eyes its next half century, Skaletsky sees an even bolder approach to hospitality.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eyes
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Unlike most fusion efforts, which boil water to spin a turbine, Helion plans to harvest electricity by hurling two plasma rings together at about a million miles an hour.—
Harry Booth,
Time,
29 Oct. 2025
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By all accounts, no rings were taken during the proceedings.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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During his remarks, Sweeney urged those in the church to try to follow Craven’s lead by showing up for one another, leading with their hearts and remembering to find a little humor even when the world feels heavy.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Oct. 2025
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After spinning, flipping and twirling their hearts out, the pair received a score of 34 from the judges.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Of the respondents, 30% said having a conversation about family health history had never crossed their minds and 20% said their families don't talk about health openly.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
26 Oct. 2025
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If Barack Obama had done this, Republicans would be losing their minds.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The pair took their Clueless looks to the next level by posing in front of a white Jeep just like the one driven by Cher in the movie — with Kim pouting at the wheel as North pulled a shocked face.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
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From striking two-piece sweater sets to a sophisticated wool cape and comfy Mary Jane flats, here are five looks to shop to capture French style this season.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Jennifer Smith Richards reports on why the rise of Christian nationalism in Oklahoma schools models the far-right’s vision for education in America.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 Nov. 2025
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Earlier this year, the team decided to rebrand, choosing a name more in keeping with the brand's vision – and Fold was born.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Lots of laughter, troubled gazes, leftovers.—
New York Times,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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In Competition Tender Claws’ Face Jumping, uses eye-tracking on the Meta Quest Pro to let participants swap perspectives with what looked like ghosts, by locking gazes with them.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Based on the award-winning Los Angeles Times article by Frank Shyong, Rosemead watches as an ailing woman discovers her teenage son’s violent obsessions and must go to great lengths to protect him — and possibly others — in a race against time.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
27 Oct. 2025
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From the back of the kitchen, Pat White, 76, watches her volunteers arrange Salisbury steaks, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots and salad in assembly line fashion onto white Styrofoam plates for hungry women and children at the Salvation Army Center of Hope.—
Briah Lumpkins,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
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During the clip, the owner notices a large chunk has been ripped (or bitten) out of the flooring, and there’s only one suspect hovering around nearby.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Joel notices it repeatedly—in his father’s possessions, in notes, and even in visions—signifying both imbalance and a recurring pattern in the Lazarus family.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Eyes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eyes. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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