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is eying
  • present progressive of eye (3rd person singular).

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The company is eying a potentially blockbuster initial public offering that could draw more attention to the space sector.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

General Catalyst is eying call centers and rental companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Labubu maker Pop Mart has doubled its profits in the last year and is eying up global expansion in 2025.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2025

Now because of injuries to Gerard Moreno and Mikel Oyarzabal, and Raúl de Tomás’ lack of playing time, Iglesias is eying the chance to play at the World Cup in Qatar.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 23, 2022

And I would wager that she netted the little purse which he has just taken out of it, and which Master Lynx is eying.

From The Christmas Books of Mr. M.A. Titmarsh by Thackeray, William Makepeace