as in excellent
of the very best kind
the food at that restaurant is out-of-sight—but then so are the prices
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out of sight
2 of 2phrase
as in only
having no equal or rival for excellence or desirability
The drummer for that band is out of sight.
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Recent Examples of out-of-sight
Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026
What’s more, radar analysis indicates many of these facilities may still be deteriorating out-of-sight from inspection crews.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 Dec. 2025
These out-of-sight flights will only be allowed at an altitude of 400 feet or less.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Organizations continue to wrestle with how to monitor out-of-sight employees’ performance.
—Harvard Business Review, 12 Feb. 2025
Don’t make this an out-of-sight-out-of-mind thing.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Start by buffing a small, out-of-sight area with any cleaning solutions listed to make sure there are no reactions or damage.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The attic might be the ultimate out-of-sight, out-of-mind space in a home.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Jan. 2026
What’s more, radar analysis indicates many of these facilities may still be deteriorating out-of-sight from inspection crews.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 17 Dec. 2025
These out-of-sight flights will only be allowed at an altitude of 400 feet or less.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Organizations continue to wrestle with how to monitor out-of-sight employees’ performance.
—Harvard Business Review, 12 Feb. 2025
Don’t make this an out-of-sight-out-of-mind thing.
—Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Start by buffing a small, out-of-sight area with any cleaning solutions listed to make sure there are no reactions or damage.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for out-of-sight
Adjective
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Six solid to excellent major leaguers, two average ones and 11 busts.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Use Dryer Balls to Keep Sheets Separated Dryer balls are an excellent tool for combating tangled sheets.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Loft Twist Off-the-shoulder Sweater The beautiful twisted detailing at the neckline of this Loft top sets it apart from other off-the-shoulder styles—and it’s double discounted to just $18 in a full range of sizes.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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This Hubble Space Telescope image is not just a beautiful scene, but also a tool scientists can use to study stellar evolution.—
Stefanie Waldek,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa Dubois, Wyoming Dating from 1922, Brooks Lake Lodge and Spa sits in a prime location in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming, near Yellowstone National Park and Jackson Hole and just a mile from the Continental Divide.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Our famous but past-her-prime hero saddles up for one more go at glory, kicks serious butt, but ultimately falls short.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
9 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Playing a thinly disguised version of himself, Reynolds is, as Schneeberger and Neibaur point out, funny, exasperating, and moving, and Rifkin’s impeccable tailoring of the role to fit his star gives Reynolds a wonderful summation with which to end his career.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
10 Feb. 2026
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Welcome to the wonderful world of better coffee.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In fact, Super Bowls are terrific opportunities to break out the slow cooker.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
8 Feb. 2026
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Adventures on both land and sea make Belize a popular destination, and its beaches and resorts are terrific for visitors who simply want to relax and enjoy the tropical climate.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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And Ann Bridgman of Just the Thing Decorating in Southlake has seen pet owners consider just giving up on having a lovely home.—
Kelley Bruss,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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My first night was in a Farmhouse Meadow Studio, with a vaulted ceiling, dormer, gas fireplace, and a huge sliding glass door opening onto a patio (which would’ve been lovely if the weather were warmer).—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There’s a tension, too, between the observant realism of Layton’s style and the derivativeness of the plotting, though the three leads, all superb, smooth it over with considerable skill.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Feb. 2026
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Some offer sweeping waterfront views, others cozy corners made for lingering conversations, but all pair superb food with intimate ambiance.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There’s also a 55% greater chance of obesity and a 40% higher probability of developing type 2 diabetes.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Punishing success is a great formula for losing the successful.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Out-of-sight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/out-of-sight. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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