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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This year, there isn’t a drop of rain in sight as an unusually warm and dry spell drags on.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
U.K. stocks have experienced a “lost decade” since Britain voted to leave the European Union in June 2016 — and the end isn’t in sight just yet, according to Barclays.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026
Even “Toy Story 4” — the first sequel of the official smartphone era, released in 2019 — didn’t have a handheld device in sight, focusing solely on the toys.
From Salon ● Jun. 21, 2026
Instead there is a collection of 12 mix-and-match pieces in navy and cream from Marks and Spencer, the FA's official partner, with not a tie in sight, all accessorised with loafers.
From BBC ● Jun. 17, 2026
His eyes dart around the inside of the cabin in search of the phone, but it’s nowhere in sight.
From "Clean Getaway" by Nic Stone
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