line of sight
noun phrase
1
: a line from an observer's eye to a distant point
2
: the line between two points
specifically
: the straight path between a transmitting antenna (as for radio or television signals) and a receiving antenna when unobstructed by the horizon
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In a filing on Monday, prosecutors Kari Morrissey and Erlinda Johnson alleged that Baldwin fired a blank round at a crew member while using the crew member to establish a line of sight.
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Gene Maddaus, Variety, 18 June 2024
Calderon also mentioned that the line of sight at the dog park, from where people typically sit and gather to the gates, was obstructed.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 6 Mar. 2024
The department was granted unprecedented waivers permitting police to fly drones beyond the line of sight of the officer controlling them, and across the whole city.
—Sidney Fussell, WIRED, 3 May 2021
The yacht also has a tower with a full helm station, designed so the captain has a clear line of sight to the cockpit down below, a key element for a fishing boat.
—Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 17 June 2024
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Gene Maddaus, Variety, 18 June 2024
Calderon also mentioned that the line of sight at the dog park, from where people typically sit and gather to the gates, was obstructed.
—Abigail Celaya, The Arizona Republic, 6 Mar. 2024
The department was granted unprecedented waivers permitting police to fly drones beyond the line of sight of the officer controlling them, and across the whole city.
—Sidney Fussell, WIRED, 3 May 2021
The yacht also has a tower with a full helm station, designed so the captain has a clear line of sight to the cockpit down below, a key element for a fishing boat.
—Kevin Koenig, Robb Report, 17 June 2024
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“Line of sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/line%20of%20sight. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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