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He told AFP that VW was eying other Asian countries and South America as places that might be receptive to its China-developed offerings.

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Rafa Benítez was eying his first big win since returning to coaching in Spain with his team ahead 2-0 before Lewandowski struck in the 81st minute.

From Washington Times • Sep. 23, 2023

Days before Theresa May was due to move in in 2016, the Sun reportedshe was eying up the No 11 flat that had been renovated by the Camerons..

From BBC • Oct. 26, 2022

Walmart falling 1.0%, was eying a 20% weekly drop.

From Reuters • May 20, 2022

Mother was eying the boat, the canned goods, and perhaps the whole of our future.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver