eagle-eyed

American  

[ee-guhl-ahyd] / ˈi gəlˌaɪd /

adjective

1. having keen vision.

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eagle-eyed British  

adjective

1. having keen or piercing eyesight

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Etymology

Origin of eagle-eyed

First recorded in 1595–1605

Example Sentences

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eagle-eyed

Every day he can be seen flying above Centre Court -- but only by the eagle-eyed who arrive between 4:00 am and 9:00 am before the public is admitted to the hallowed grounds.

From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026

After Burkle purchased Neverland, eagle-eyed onlookers noticed that construction had quickly started in and around the property, leading some to suggest that the billionaire was transforming the property into a new Soho House venue.

From MarketWatch ● May 5, 2026

“Those kids had to be really clever to get one over on eagle-eyed Lois,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026

Besides, unforgettable details have a way of recycling through others’ work, as eagle-eyed J.K.

From Salon ● Jan. 24, 2026

If I was off in the Store’s favor, the eagle-eyed women would say, “Put some more in that sack, child. Don’t you try to make your profit offa me.”

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou