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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
Jolene Edgar, Allure, 14 May 2026
In a November 2025 cover story with Variety, John opened up about living — and making music — after the loss of his sight.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Even slight pollution or habitat changes can threaten them — a detail that makes every confirmed sighting significant for conservation science.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Aiming to lift the glands out of sight—particularly into a too-small container—can sometimes backfire, casting them in high-def.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 14 May 2026
In a November 2025 cover story with Variety, John opened up about living — and making music — after the loss of his sight.
—Ilana Kaplan, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Verb
Bobcats are increasingly being sighted in more urban areas and backyards.
—Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Even slight pollution or habitat changes can threaten them — a detail that makes every confirmed sighting significant for conservation science.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sight
Noun
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Nicky Lopez, a defensive-minded player, was a good clubhouse presence but played in only four games and went 0-for-5 before being designated for assignment Saturday.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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While Megan Grant had another quiet night, drawing three walks, her presence in the box was enough to drive in a run.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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Catalina suffers from an unspecified mental disability, which Saavedra, who is not handicapped, performs in an arguably inappropriate register of fidgety hands and shifty-eyed glances.—
Beatrice Loayza,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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This is not just a glance at the treads.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
Noun
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Becerra blunder The first ad that grabbed my attention was a quick-turn by San José Mayor and gubernatorial candidate Matt Mahan (still stuck in single-digit polling numbers), who jumped on Xavier Becerra’s first major mess-up.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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That way, the bristles can cling to your skincare products instead of dripping into the brush’s base and making a mess.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
14 May 2026
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Trying to read a thermometer with bad eyesight.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The intense, uncomfortable light that shines directly at the viewer and obstructs their eyesight.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Levi’s went on a prolific streak of collaborations by releasing three collections with Nike and Jordan Brand from last July through January, and during that time and onward denim has been popping up on loads more in-line releases under the Nike umbrella.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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There’s plenty of space in the rear too, with loads of head and legroom for adult passengers.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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In an inversion of the more common critical reception of an emerging artist, this new writer’s poetry was often noticed but seldom admired, notwithstanding the Daily Mirror’s snide enthusiasm.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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The biggest change many Coloradans will notice is the temperature.—
Callie Zanandrie,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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To catch a glimpse at how Esteury Ruiz can impact a game, look no further than his performance in the Miami Marlins’ 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Friday.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
23 May 2026
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Community members and local officials were given another glimpse at Meadowview, a solid waste transfer and recycling facility proposed in Grayslake to replace the Countryside Landfill, during a public hearing earlier this month.—
Joseph States,
Chicago Tribune,
22 May 2026
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Copyright 2025, all frights reserved.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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In set-pieces involving the Pooka, dark lighting and strong use of shadow results in some scenes that can give younger viewers a genuine fright.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
1 May 2026
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“Sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sight. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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