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Definition

A pleasing sight; something that is beautiful to look at, particularly after a long period of deprivation.

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In Context

  • "After seventeen days of rain and floods, the 4 am sunrise was a sight for sore eyes."
  • "Janet (Marva Alexander): You're joking me. Yas! Tanice, look who's here! Tanice (Llewella Gideon): You are a sight for sore eyes."
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Opposite In Meaning

  • eyesore
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See Also

  • eye candy
  • eyesore