as in awake
paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity
an open-eyed deer cautiously grazed in the backyard
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Recent Examples of open-eyed
An open-eyed believer in a future of sunlight, even with storm clouds and meteors on the horizon.
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Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Swift’s collaboration on Tortured Poets with the British singer Florence Welch who has reimagined herself as Beata Beatrix (Blessed Beatrice) and an open-eyed and self-aware Ophelia for her own album art, reminds us Swift has been moving in Siddall’s orbit for some time.
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Emily J. Orlando
october 1,
Literary Hub,
1 Oct. 2025
Her debut full-length, al romper la burbuja, features 14 songs that speak to the daily angst of a 21-year-old navigating the world with open-eyed curiosity.
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Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
18 July 2025
Without their glowing, open-eyed performances, often shown in extremely tight close-ups, the film might have floated off like the green fairy from the absinthe bottle.
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Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
There are other open-eyed Republicans on the 2026 ballot including Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.
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Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards,
Orlando Sentinel,
11 Nov. 2024
For Hazony, the common good can be divined from an open-eyed examination of history and nature.
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Charles King,
Foreign Affairs,
20 June 2023
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Additionally, Swift’s collaboration on Tortured Poets with the British singer Florence Welch who has reimagined herself as Beata Beatrix (Blessed Beatrice) and an open-eyed and self-aware Ophelia for her own album art, reminds us Swift has been moving in Siddall’s orbit for some time.
—
Emily J. Orlando
october 1,
Literary Hub,
1 Oct. 2025
Her debut full-length, al romper la burbuja, features 14 songs that speak to the daily angst of a 21-year-old navigating the world with open-eyed curiosity.
—
Leila Cobo,
Billboard,
18 July 2025
Without their glowing, open-eyed performances, often shown in extremely tight close-ups, the film might have floated off like the green fairy from the absinthe bottle.
—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
There are other open-eyed Republicans on the 2026 ballot including Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky.
—
Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards,
Orlando Sentinel,
11 Nov. 2024
For Hazony, the common good can be divined from an open-eyed examination of history and nature.
—
Charles King,
Foreign Affairs,
20 June 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-eyed
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This technique is designed to break the mental association between your bed and the frustration of being awake.
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Fire officials later said the lifeguard remained awake throughout the ordeal and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
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First responders found the woman conscious and alert after an umbrella stake pierced her shoulder.
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On 19th Street between The Paseo and Vine Street, officers found two women with gunshot wounds who were conscious and alert and one man who was unresponsive, Kansas City Police Department spokesman Capt.
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Officials urge visitors to stay vigilant Authorities and experts alike said one of the largest factors in preventing an attack is whether law enforcement is notified about suspicious activity beforehand.
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The spokesperson noted that labor inspections of working conditions have increased and encouraged houses to remain vigilant and fully compliant with regulations.
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Wildlife enthusiasts find a different rhythm through AmaWaterways’ Africa Safaris & Wildlife Cruises, one that trades itinerary sprinting for long, watchful hours on the water.
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Cruz is alluring and watchful, while Norton turns out to be the film’s secret weapon.
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The slim, precision wand grips even the straightest lashes, creating a wide-awake, lash-lift effect in just one coat.
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From horror flicks and wild comedies to chilling thrillers and works that defy any genre, these films will keep you wide-awake and on the edge of your seat.
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“Open-eyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-eyed. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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