on sight
The phrase 'on sight' often implies an immediate reaction or action taken as soon as something is seen or noticed.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic)Instantly upon seeing or noticing something.
Example
- The guard was instructed to arrest any intruders on sight.
- She fell in love with the painting on sight.
C1Climbing
(technical, sport)Completing a route without falling on the first attempt, without prior advice or having seen it before.
Example
- He managed to climb the challenging route on sight, impressing everyone.
C2Urban
(slang)Engaging in a confrontation immediately upon encountering someone.
Example
- They had a long-standing feud and would fight on sight.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "on sight":
in sighton the spottime sightvision outin one's sightsout of sighta fuck sighthave eyes on