eagle eye
Americannoun
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unusually sharp visual powers; keen ability to watch or observe.
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a person who has sharp vision or who maintains a keen watchfulness.
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alert watchfulness.
Etymology
Origin of eagle eye
First recorded in 1595–1605
Example Sentences
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She has an eagle eye for clothing with “100% cotton” on the tag or sterling silver jewelry stamped with a tiny “925,” indicating the quality of material.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 19, 2025
I have dozens of friendship bracelets, a comfortable pair of sneakers and my eagle eye.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 11, 2024
In the meantime, consider putting a fraud alert on your credit reports in case someone tries to open credit in your name, and go over your bank statements and credit reports with an eagle eye.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 11, 2023
The meticulousness certainly paid off, as new mysteries come to light in the universe as a result of its eagle eye.
From Salon ● Feb. 24, 2023
Mr. Weiss watched me with an eagle eye, and came over when I was finished to check my work.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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