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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
Jeri Clausing, AFAR Media, 7 Aug. 2025
That's pretty vague, but a season 2 teaser highlights several of the aforementioned foes and woes, from a host of haunted dolls and a swarm of bees to a flaming, winged creature and the gnarly sight of Tyler (Hunter Doohan) in his Hyde form.
—EW.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
The United States plans to bring back a somewhat shocking, but very effective, campaign to fight a flesh-eating parasitic fly that's been sighted in Mexico.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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Noun
Indeed, while many visitors like to take in the otherworldly sights of this mystical country by driving its ring road, the best, and easily most relaxing way, is to explore everything Iceland has to offer by sea.
—Jeri Clausing, AFAR Media, 7 Aug. 2025
That's pretty vague, but a season 2 teaser highlights several of the aforementioned foes and woes, from a host of haunted dolls and a swarm of bees to a flaming, winged creature and the gnarly sight of Tyler (Hunter Doohan) in his Hyde form.
—EW.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
If there is a Peace Runners sighting, the group asks spectators to throw up a peace sign.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
The United States plans to bring back a somewhat shocking, but very effective, campaign to fight a flesh-eating parasitic fly that's been sighted in Mexico.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sight
Noun
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The presence of the unexploded bombs in the Mer Blue Bog is no great surprise.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
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Castro’s presence allows manager Craig Counsell to find more rest for his regulars and be creative with in-game moves.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At first glance, an AI agent may sound like a fancy term for automation.—
Eva Nahari,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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At first glance, this might seem like a minor difference — fodder for TikTok skits or Reddit debates, where Americans and Europeans poke fun at each other’s respective abilities to handle summer weather.—
Taco Engelaar,
Fortune,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Any white bedding is a risk for spills or any other mess tracked into the bedroom by pets.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Aug. 2025
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The timing of the sale brings a bookend to the decade that Shari Redstone spent cleaning up the very big mess made by her father in his waning years at the helm of his Viacom empire.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Goji berries boast a wealth of potential benefits; some studies note goji berries may offer support for your eyesight, cardiovascular health, immunity and more, according to a 2022 review.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
4 Aug. 2025
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Hybridization among East African cichlids seems to have triggered an explosion in the diversity of certain genes important for eyesight, helping the animals navigate waters of varying murkiness and depth.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
31 July 2025
Verb
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Radhi, an Ayurvedic enthusiast, noticed Jay’s sweet tooth was something deeper than an occasional craving.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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In the meantime, both Hulu and Disney+ are available as stand-alone apps or to purchase as a package As viewers may have noticed, several shows have become streamable on both platforms over the last few years.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The unexpected adverse media campaign that was launched by those who resigned on 24 March 2025 has caused incalculable damage and offers a glimpse of the unacceptable behaviors displayed in private.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The unexpected adverse media campaign that was launched by those who resigned on 24 March 2025 has caused incalculable damage and offers a glimpse of the unacceptable behaviours displayed in private.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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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
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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
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With this warmer water, however, keep an eye on clarity.—
Anthony A. Ciuffa,
Outdoor Life,
7 Aug. 2025
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Protect your head and shade your eyes when outdoors.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sight. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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