in sight
Idioms-
Within one's range of vision, as in The sailboat was still in sight on the horizon . [c. 1200]
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Also, . Before one's eyes; also, within one's awareness. For example, In the world's sight he was at fault , or Harold had that promotion firmly in his sights . [c. 1200]
Example Sentences
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An estimated 7.2 million Americans age 65 and older were living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2025, with no end in sight.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026
The end, it appears, truly is in sight.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Asian markets breathed a sigh of relief on Wednesday after President Trump announced a cease-fire with Iran, buoying stocks and sending oil lower on hopes that an end to the conflict is in sight.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Deep down, Ramsey already knew the end was in sight – and had done for a while.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The winds will be coming back soon, and there isn’t a cave or other shelter in sight.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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