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line of site

American  

noun

Military.
  1. a straight line from the muzzle of an artillery gun to its target.


Etymology

Origin of line of site

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

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While I was packing my gear on the swim deck I noticed my line of site for the springboard offered a chance at a clean, striking image.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 12, 2021

For example, when she’s done one-on-one interviews with directors or other Hollywood talent in the past, they’ll be at elevated tables directly in her line of site.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 16, 2018

The flights have to be during daylight and require the UAS pilot to maintain a visual line of site with the drone at all times.

From The Guardian Aug. 24, 2015

Balfour Beatty is a large organisation which had become too complex and too devolved for adequate line of site and financial control.”

From BBC Jan. 22, 2015

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