stand the sight of
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There are people who prefer their sports growly and can’t stand the sight of players hugging and postgame jersey swaps.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026
She cannot stand the sight of snow, and the smell of gasoline or flickering lights triggers panic attacks.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2023
"I can't stand the sight of my baby suffering," says Noor Zadi, as she cradles 10-month-old Saeed Ahmed in her arms.
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2022
It’s similar to the way some people just can’t stand the sight of James Corden.
From Washington Post • May 1, 2022
There are days when Aunt Aggie tells us she can’t stand the sight of us another minute, Get away from me.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
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