in sight
Idioms-
Within one's range of vision, as in The sailboat was still in sight on the horizon . [c. 1200]
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Also, . Before one's eyes; also, within one's awareness. For example, In the world's sight he was at fault , or Harold had that promotion firmly in his sights . [c. 1200]
Example Sentences
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Oil prices climbed on Thursday as the war in Iran approaches its one-month mark, with little sign of an end in sight.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
With no breakthrough in sight and Congress nearing a recess, officials warn the disruption could deepen -- leaving airports, and the wider system, under growing strain.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
He knows how to get the job done and, with Villa searching for their first trophy in three decades, the end of the drought is in sight.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Moderate relief is in sight this weekend, however, when forecasters predict the powerful high pressure system will start to flatten out, bringing a gradual drop in temperatures.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026
But there was no land in sight for miles, and no wind; only the calm blue sweep of the sea.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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