sharp-eyed
[shahrp-ahyd]
adjective
having keen sight or perception.
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mindful, discerning, discriminating, perceptive, vigilant, attentive, intelligent, alive, bright, considering, correct, eager, eagle-eyed, heedful, interested, keen, obedient, penetrating, questioning, quick
Origin of sharp-eyed
First recorded in 1660–70
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Examples from the Web for sharp-eyed
Contemporary Examples of sharp-eyed
Then, a sharp-eyed woman pointed out a ladder leaning against a tree on the side of the pond.
Historical Examples of sharp-eyed
"Mr. Bines has seen a ghost," said the sharp-eyed Mrs. Drelmer.
The SpendersHarry Leon Wilson
The sharp-eyed villagers had witnessed the interview with suspicions lulled.
The Law-BreakersRidgwell Cullum
He faced a tall, sharp-eyed man, who was in his shirt sleeves.
From Farm to FortuneHoratio Alger Jr.
He was in no condition to meet that sharp-eyed, quick-tongued lady!
The Calico CatCharles Miner Thompson
He was a middle-aged, big-framed man, dark of skin and hair, sharp-eyed.
Ravensdene CourtJ. S. (Joseph Smith) Fletcher
sharp-eyed
adjective
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