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What does "in sight" mean?
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Within one's range of vision, as in The sailboat was still in sight on the horizon. [c. 1200]
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Also, in one's sight or sights. 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]