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as in messes
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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as in spots
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 sights
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Mars has been in Psyche’s sights since early May, with the planet appearing as a steadily growing and surprisingly bright crescent in the approaching spacecraft’s view.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 14 May 2026
Still, the sights were remarkable.
—Akash Kapur, New Yorker, 12 May 2026
Edinburgh has a brand-new tram system that takes you to all the sights.
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Ton has her sights set on the 200 meet mark.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
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.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
With that hearing now less than a week away, the sights and sounds of the dying mall point to the fact that it could soon be laid to rest.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Unique experiences include shipwreck scuba diving in the Straits of Mackinac and checking out the sights from the stunning Castle Rock viewpoint.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
Noun
While there are no landmark sights in this area, the neighboring cityscape and gardens add an energy that weary road warriors can appreciate.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Mars has been in Psyche’s sights since early May, with the planet appearing as a steadily growing and surprisingly bright crescent in the approaching spacecraft’s view.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 14 May 2026
Still, the sights were remarkable.
—Akash Kapur, New Yorker, 12 May 2026
Edinburgh has a brand-new tram system that takes you to all the sights.
—Riza Cruz, Vogue, 11 May 2026
Ton has her sights set on the 200 meet mark.
—Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
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.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 10 May 2026
With that hearing now less than a week away, the sights and sounds of the dying mall point to the fact that it could soon be laid to rest.
—Audrey Pachuta, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
Unique experiences include shipwreck scuba diving in the Straits of Mackinac and checking out the sights from the stunning Castle Rock viewpoint.
—Katy Spratte Joyce, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
Verb
Our dad got us a job holding the pole, the guy sights on through the thing, surveying.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sights
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Meghan shared glimpses of her family’s anniversary festivities from the kitchen of the couple’s home in Montecito, California, posting videos and photos to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday.—
Erin Hill,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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The streamer released a new teaser on Monday for its DC Universe crime drama that offers new glimpses of Hal Jordan’s Green Lantern superpowers as well as a first look at a mysterious character portrayed by Laura Linney.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
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Regular cleaning prevents odors, messes, and keeps your kitchen organized.—
Ashlyn Needham,
The Spruce,
16 May 2026
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Save yourself from heavy scrubbing later and wipe interior messes while the microwave is still steamy from use.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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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
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The brands that win are the ones where the audience spots the tension first.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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The uncanny vision is made even eerier when Hoop spots her late mother dragging her five children through the human tide.—
Philip Sherburne,
Pitchfork,
19 May 2026
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The looks that walked down the runway also called upon the dream, soundtracked by a score that included blues icon John Lee Hooker and beloved French band Air.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2026
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The Morning Show star, 57, shared an Instagram post on Thursday, May 14, reflecting on some of her most popular banged looks throughout the years while giving some advice to fans who were thinking about getting a cut.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Yenor’s suggestion that feminism—with its attendant horrors of work outside the home, birth control, and financial independence—has made women neurotic and dependent on pharmaceuticals is now an article of faith on the right.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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While the camera is locked into Dua’s perspective, the world outside her peripheral vision changes radically in ways we aren’t allowed to see; the corner of the frame practically become a venue from which to intuit horrors.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Beatbot iSkim Robotic Pool Skimmer Deal Beatbot's entry-level pool skimmer is an extremely capable machine, with a large nine-liter basket to hold tons of leaves and debris.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2026
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Every year, the global food industry generates millions of tons of oyster shells.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
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The Kansas City Chiefs' 2026-2027 schedule dropped on May 14 and Swifties are already scanning the calendar — including ticket sites — for home games as the superstar eyes a potential return to Arrowhead Stadium for a fourth season.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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As Kamala Harris eyes a possible 2028 presidential bid, there is little outward enthusiasm among her biggest 2024 backers to fund a repeat performance, adding to uncertainty about the former vice president’s prospects in what is sure to be a crowded primary field.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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“Sights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sights. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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