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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The eastern European country of 19 million has been struggling for months with the highest inflation in the European Union and a political crisis with no end in sight.
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
“If something isn’t done by the end of the year or in sight, there will be a further solidification of offshoring.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
He also launched the war with Iran, which reached the six-month mark on Friday with no end in sight.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
As consumer demand softened, the industry tried to right itself again, and by late 2025 and early 2026, it seemed that the end of the slump was finally in sight.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 28, 2026
Ratwin was perched on the prow, and as they came in sight, she let out a cry of pleasure.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
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