progressive lens

noun

1. a multifocal eyeglass lens that provides a continuous range of focal power between near and far distances.

Word History and Origins

Origin of progressive lens¹

First recorded in 1975–80

Example Sentences

The chief must be comfortable speaking extemporaneously — and often in front of cameras — about the work of the police department through the progressive lens of the city’s elected leaders, including the mayor and City Council.

From Los Angeles Times

Since Buchanan writes on tax policy through a progressive lens, he said he felt that he could become a target at any time.

From Salon

The bill, though, didn’t remain confined to a purely partisan or progressive lens.

From Slate

Mr. Dulik, a tenant organizer, and Mr. Nicholas, an urban planner, are the founders of Club Leftist Tennis, a Substack newsletter that covers their favorite sport through a progressive lens.

From New York Times

Mr. Dulik, a tenant organizer, and Mr. Nicholas, an urban planner, are the founders of Club Leftist Tennis, a Substack newsletter that covers their favorite sport through a progressive lens.

From New York Times