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as in eyesight
the ability to see
lost his sight in an accident when he was young
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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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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
the crew felt a rush of excitement upon hearing that the lookout had sighted land
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Recent Examples of sight
Tim Crowley, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
The Whitecaps have been on the market since 2024, and with no potential buyer in sight, MLS owners reportedly met earlier this month to discuss the future of the franchise.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 1 Apr. 2026
However, as in the case of watching a partial solar eclipse, there are inherent dangers in attempting to sight a comet so close to the sun.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 10 Mar. 2026
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Noun
The return to Hockomock action should be a welcome sight for both squads.
—Tim Crowley, Boston Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
The Whitecaps have been on the market since 2024, and with no potential buyer in sight, MLS owners reportedly met earlier this month to discuss the future of the franchise.
—Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 30 Apr. 2026
Verb
Purple martins arrived in Michigan on March 31, sighted in Vicksburg in southwest Michigan, according to the Purple Martin Conservation Association.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 1 Apr. 2026
However, as in the case of watching a partial solar eclipse, there are inherent dangers in attempting to sight a comet so close to the sun.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sight
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His elite pass protection and calm feet mean he can be trusted immediately to keep the quarterback clean on passing downs, while also providing a high-effort presence on special teams.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
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With a lifelong love of the weight room and a good core of swipes, chops and bull rushes, Young offers a physical presence on both the interior and edge.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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At first glance, this appears to be a standard coffee table with a sleek, mid-century modern design.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Henson, who does a lot with a character that doesn’t monopolize the spotlight, touches little Zonia’s hair or steals a subtle glance at her now and then.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Mets are almost always a chaotic mess, and Cora has worked hard to put the Astros scandal behind him.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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Homeowners dealing with drainage issues already know how pooling water can damage plants and create a mess.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 Apr. 2026
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Kaylie, who shares 7-year-old daughter Boe with husband Joe Bushnell, was prescribed eyedrops by a pharmacist, but her eyesight continued to worsen.—
Erin Clack,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Keep pets within eyesight and secure at all times.—
Sarah Linn,
Sacbee.com,
16 Apr. 2026
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Engineers can simulate movements, loads, and environmental conditions before real deployment.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, there are moments of reprieve between loads of clothes, sheets, and towels.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
Verb
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January 20 – February 18 Your voice stands out today, and people are noticing.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Aquarius January 20 – February 18 Your voice stands out today, and people are noticing.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
26 Apr. 2026
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Weijia Jiang, president of the White House Correspondents' Association, said in a statement that the renowned performing artist will offer a thrilling glimpse into the minds of newsmakers.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2026
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Children ages 2–10 can explore a swine barn, garden, grain bin, and apple orchard while getting a hands-on glimpse into life on a working farm.—
Annika Trost,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Apr. 2026
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The 1390 Super Duke RR is leaner and better appointed for handling than the regular Super Duke R, and is sure to give your insurer a proper fright.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Apr. 2026
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Dark, eerie, and paranoid (for good reason), the eight-episode season shifts back and forth from the casual grimness of an unwelcoming reality to the shocking frights of a stoner’s worst nightmare (the latter of which is shrewdly motivated by Rachel regularly smoking pot).—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sight. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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