sights 1 of 2

plural of sight
1
as in glimpses
an instance of looking especially briefly he always fainted at the merest sight of blood

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2
as in messes
something unpleasant to look at the frat house was a sight the morning after the party

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3
as in loads
a considerable amount this place sure is a good sight better than that last motel

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sights

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verb

present tense third-person singular of sight

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Recent Examples of sights
Noun
The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States. Khloe Quill , Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025 Like many women, Markle is now turning her sights somewhere else. Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 19 Oct. 2025 Inspired to take in sights that are brand new to you? Usa Today, USA Today, 19 Oct. 2025 Set your sights on Kilkenny in the southeast of the country, where celebrations take place throughout the month and culminate in a Samhain festival. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025 Over the course of several years, Berchtold set his sights on Jan, going as far as having separate affairs with her parents to keep her within reach. Alex Gurley, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025 Unlike the majority of major humanoid robotics firms, Cartwheel Robotics has its sights set on building home, rather than factory, robots. Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2025 After winning the pension concession, the Socialists on Wednesday set their sights on including a tax on billionaires in the 2026 budget, underlining just how weak Lecornu’s hand is in the negotiations. Reuters, NBC news, 16 Oct. 2025 Regardless, Tuchel has his sights set on one ultimate goal and anyone who is not with him, on the pitch or in the stands, is going to get left behind. Rob Tanner, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sights
Noun
  • Larger suites come with expansive bathrooms featuring standalone tubs (stocked with plenty of fragrant lotions and potions for soaking, all from the in-house brand The Erose) as well as your very own steam room, with a window that glimpses across the rooftops of Venice.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
  • There’s even a glass solarium that serves as a meditation space while the garden and its pond invite bird watching — and glimpses of other wildlife.
    Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 11 Oct. 2025
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  • Roll Out Cookie and Pie Dough Prevent major countertop messes by rolling out your cookie dough or pie crust onto a sheet of parchment.
    Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2025
  • The suction is powerful enough to handle everyday messes, and the anti-tangle technology helps remove all the pet hair.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
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  • The extra-large dryer fits large loads and can handle multiple blankets.
    Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The fourth-generation model (and third Spyder overall) is a true speed machine, combining more aggressive styling with loads of power.
    Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Take the quiz here … SECONDHAND SECRETS – Bargain hunter spots potential medieval treasures at thrift shop for $30.
    , FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2025
  • On his daily jog, Donald spots Lee heading to his car, stopping to scratch his back on the flagstone façade of Donald’s mistress’s house, right on schedule.
    Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Oct. 2025
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  • Fans got to see the Only Murders in the Building actress in a stunning wardrobe of bridal looks in photos shared on Instagram of her nuptials, which took place in California.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
  • This is what a quarter-million dollars of roadster looks and feels like.
    Mark Phelan, Freep.com, 18 Oct. 2025
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  • The horrors can impact humans, animals and Earth are on full display at Fright for Future.
    Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The horrors of Gaza, at least for now, have been paused.
    Faisal J. Abbas, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2025
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  • If all this wood could be collected and buried instead of burned or allowed to decompose, those 14 billion tons of carbon would be safely removed every year.
    Syris Valentine, Scientific American, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Gravity-3's payload capacity will be about 5 tons greater than that of Gravity-2.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • If the Phillies end up losing Schwarber to free agency, bringing in an All-Star like Tucker long term would be a great addition as the team eyes a return to the playoffs next season.
    Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Pozzo also eyes a reprise of collaborations, which over the years have seen Wolford partnering with brands such as Thierry Mugler, Jean Paul Gaultier, Karl Lagerfeld, Vivienne Westwood, Missoni, Valentino, Giorgio Armani, Adidas, GCDS and Sergio Rossi, to cite a few.
    Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2025

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“Sights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sights. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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