sight 1 of 2

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as in presence
a position within view get out of my sight!

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as in glance
an instance of looking especially briefly he always fainted at the merest sight of blood

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as in mess
something unpleasant to look at the frat house was a sight the morning after the party

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as in loads
a considerable amount this place sure is a good sight better than that last motel

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sight

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verb

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Recent Examples of sight
Noun
Game Pass experienced a huge surge of sign-ups during the COVID years, but growth has tapered, and a ceiling has to be in sight. Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025 The lifeguard then reportedly caught sight of a woman who was alive and asking for help. Ethan Wolin updated July 4, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2025
Verb
Taiwan’s National Communications Commission website shows two MagSafe chargers which Apple has never announced, sighted by 91mobiles. David Phelan, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025 The last recorded Willy sighting was in 2012, and giant manta rays have been reported to live to 45 years. Kathleen Rellihan, Outside Online, 8 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sight
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sight
Noun
  • What steps to follow when driving in the rain? Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2025
  • On the other hand, a reactive result means that the test showed a reaction, suggesting the presence of HIV antigens or antibodies in your sample.
    Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 28 June 2025
Noun
  • At first glance, this approach may seem both logical and inevitable in a world increasingly shaped by generative AI and automation.
    Glenn Llopis, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
  • How Durant will fit in Houston At first glance, Durant looks like a hand-in-glove fit for a team that struggled offensively at times last season, especially in the halfcourt — deficiencies that were exposed by a veteran Warriors team in the first round of the playoffs.
    Kelly Iko, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Noun
  • Similarly, homeowners who enjoy entertaining might prioritize a scullery or prep kitchen/pantry to keep the party mess out of view.
    Elizabeth Hutchison Hicklin, Southern Living, 26 June 2025
  • In the wacky political world of Southeast Los Angeles County — where scandals seem to bloom every year with the regularity of jacarandas — there’s never been a mess as pendejo as the one stirred up this week by Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez.
    Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
Noun
  • Visual hallucinations: Charles Bonnet syndrome, occurs in people who have lost a considerable percentage of eyesight, often at an older age.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 6 June 2025
  • That means functional storage is heavily relied on to keep the clutter and extra stuff safely tucked out of eyesight.
    Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2025
Verb
  • Sports fans may notice a difference in the race calls this season as longtime announcer Trevor Denman announced his retirement in March.
    Kelley Carlson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
  • Helping young people: Tribes seek foster care for kids in need, but strained resources lead some to group homes Manuel also noticed that many foster kids were hungry to learn about their cultural roots, which sparked another idea.
    Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 4 July 2025
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  • Under tonight's starry shroud, couples embrace, heads tilting toward the sky and children skip from telescope to telescope to catch a glimpse of the celestial show.
    Carlos Morales, NPR, 1 July 2025
  • Over the years, the parade has drawn thousands of attendees who line up on the downtown streets to catch a glimpse of the show.
    Daniel I. Dorfman, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • Well, consider that, unlike what’s happening in the world at large, the frights and delights inside Viola’s Room are actually fun.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 26 June 2025
  • Ah well, Cesare already has two sequel novels published, so there’s already plenty more Frendo the Clown frights ready to be harvested.
    Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • Images long associated with the birth of the United States ― the date 1776, the Declaration of Independence, George Washington's head and, of course, the American flag ― transformed before viewers' eyes into iconic Milwaukee landmarks like the Hoan Bridge and American Family Field.
    Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 5 July 2025
  • Many of you grocery shoppers reading this page are likely rolling your eyes, realizing that your full grocery bill is actually much higher.
    Orlando Sentinel, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 July 2025

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“Sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sight. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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