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hawk-eyed

American  
[hawk-ahyd] / ˈhɔkˌaɪd /

adjective

  1. having very keen sight.

    a hawk-eyed guard.
hawk-eyed British  

adjective

  1. having extremely keen sight

  2. vigilant, watchful, or observant

    hawk-eyed scrutiny
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Etymology

Origin of hawk-eyed

First recorded in 1810–20

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Hawk eyed him steadily: "What are you doing here tonight?"

From Laramie Holds the Range by Spearman, Frank H. (Frank Hamilton)

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