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as in centers
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
Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 17 June 2026
No matter where the ball was kicked or passed up and down the field, even after the Saudi’s surprise first half goal, many eyes were on the refs.
—Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Players trudged out of Atlanta Stadium (AKA Mercedes-Benz Stadium) with their eyes fixed on the floor, not even entertaining the thought of engaging with questions.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Even on indoor days, heat, sun and screen time can dry out eyes.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
For many travelers, majestic city skylines can feel impactful to lay eyes on, and a really great one can have the power to make your whole trip—if not your whole year.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026
Intensify your eyes with the creamy, 24-Hour Waterproof Eyeliner, which glides on smooth for all-day to all-night wear.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Varsha is a pretty, cherubic girl with nut-brown eyes, short black braids and a sparkling smile that lights up her whole face.
—Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
The victim, a man in his 40s, was in serious condition in a local hospital after sustaining serious slash wounds to his face, eyes, neck and back, the police said.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
The New York Knicks took a commanding 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday as the franchise eyes its first NBA Finals berth since 1999.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 24 May 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs' 2026-2027 schedule dropped on May 14 and Swifties are already scanning the calendar — including ticket sites — for home games as the superstar eyes a potential return to Arrowhead Stadium for a fourth season.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 15 May 2026
As Kamala Harris eyes a possible 2028 presidential bid, there is little outward enthusiasm among her biggest 2024 backers to fund a repeat performance, adding to uncertainty about the former vice president’s prospects in what is sure to be a crowded primary field.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Microsoft still retains its equity stake in OpenAI’s for-profit company, as that company eyes a possible IPO later this year.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
Bright’s ‘Wellsy’ asks Garrett Graham at a party as Josh Heuston’s Justin Kohl eyes her and nods, beer in hand.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Leading online platform Kalshi, alongside crypto and sports gambling companies that have launched their own prediction markets, are hiring teams of lobbyists as Congress eyes a crackdown on the multibillion-dollar industry.
—Emily Birnbaum, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Austin eyes a new position as an in-house personal trainer, and Lindsay worries about the Chairwoman’s fit assistant, Eunice (Seoyeon Jang), stealing her Korean fitness-enthusiast boyfriend.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Noun
She was described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing 200 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 17 June 2026
No matter where the ball was kicked or passed up and down the field, even after the Saudi’s surprise first half goal, many eyes were on the refs.
—Miami Herald, 16 June 2026
Players trudged out of Atlanta Stadium (AKA Mercedes-Benz Stadium) with their eyes fixed on the floor, not even entertaining the thought of engaging with questions.
—Pol Ballús, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Even on indoor days, heat, sun and screen time can dry out eyes.
—Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 16 June 2026
For many travelers, majestic city skylines can feel impactful to lay eyes on, and a really great one can have the power to make your whole trip—if not your whole year.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026
Intensify your eyes with the creamy, 24-Hour Waterproof Eyeliner, which glides on smooth for all-day to all-night wear.
—ABC News, 16 June 2026
Varsha is a pretty, cherubic girl with nut-brown eyes, short black braids and a sparkling smile that lights up her whole face.
—Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
The victim, a man in his 40s, was in serious condition in a local hospital after sustaining serious slash wounds to his face, eyes, neck and back, the police said.
—CBS News, 9 June 2026
Verb
In the Africa section, the zoo eyes a revamp of the hippo and crocodile habitats and at least one additional exhibit.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2026
The New York Knicks took a commanding 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday as the franchise eyes its first NBA Finals berth since 1999.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 24 May 2026
The Kansas City Chiefs' 2026-2027 schedule dropped on May 14 and Swifties are already scanning the calendar — including ticket sites — for home games as the superstar eyes a potential return to Arrowhead Stadium for a fourth season.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 15 May 2026
As Kamala Harris eyes a possible 2028 presidential bid, there is little outward enthusiasm among her biggest 2024 backers to fund a repeat performance, adding to uncertainty about the former vice president’s prospects in what is sure to be a crowded primary field.
—Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
Microsoft still retains its equity stake in OpenAI’s for-profit company, as that company eyes a possible IPO later this year.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026
Bright’s ‘Wellsy’ asks Garrett Graham at a party as Josh Heuston’s Justin Kohl eyes her and nods, beer in hand.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 23 Apr. 2026
Leading online platform Kalshi, alongside crypto and sports gambling companies that have launched their own prediction markets, are hiring teams of lobbyists as Congress eyes a crackdown on the multibillion-dollar industry.
—Emily Birnbaum, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Austin eyes a new position as an in-house personal trainer, and Lindsay worries about the Chairwoman’s fit assistant, Eunice (Seoyeon Jang), stealing her Korean fitness-enthusiast boyfriend.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eyes
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Marine welders handle massive, oddly shaped, and heavy components such as deepwater jacket strengthening rings and module nodes.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
15 June 2026
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On Sunday, June 14, the rapper, 54, shared a throwback Instagram video of himself gifting Broadus, also known as Boss Lady, with three rings at her 50th birthday party last November, per Complex.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
Noun
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Where to donate blood or platelets Here are the permanent American Red Cross blood and platelet donation centers in the Sacramento area, but the organization also hosts blood drives throughout the region.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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General Atomics already operates the DIII-D National Fusion Facility, one of the leading magnetic-fusion research centers in the United States.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
Noun
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Doing so can prevent the fear of missing out that many adolescents feel when they aren’t glued to their phones and offer a substitute to take their minds off social media.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Yet the idea is holy writ at the Fed and in the minds of most policymakers.—
Steve Forbes,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Noun
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When most pieces share a palette, almost any top works with almost any bottom, so a dozen items can cover dozens of looks.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Seven different looks rotate throughout the World Cup season, each one conceived by designer Ricardo Zuccolini, with Diana Dubinsky and her team at Wynwood studio’s DesignLab22 swathing the sea nymphs in capes inspired by FIFA teams’ country colors.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Noun
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The collection made the wait feel almost purposeful, as if absence sharpened the duo’s already exacting vision.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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Roman will pair a large field of view with crisp infrared vision to survey deep, vast swaths of sky.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
Noun
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But the melancholy pop soundtrack (Gracie Abrams, Lana del Rey, Noah Cyrus) and many, many longing gazes suggest we’re meant to find all of this terribly moving, rather than exhausting.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Everyone’s soft gazes soon hardened as the magnificent baby with so many rolls and love handles proved to be all unsightly flab.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Se-chan watches the whole thing happen from the back of the car, while Hiroshi looks on helplessly from the driver’s seat.—
Jessica Kiang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The grief remains especially difficult as Metcalf watches Austin's brother navigate life without him.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
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Your analytical nature notices quiet details that tell you exactly what to release.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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When the plumbing works, nobody notices.—
Dara-Abasi Ita,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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“Eyes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eyes. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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