bird's-eye view

Example Sentences

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In reconnaissance, a sniper can’t match the bird’s-eye view of a drone or the speed at which it can move.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

For that reason, I suggest you enlist independent third-party help: a fee-only fiduciary who can give you a bird’s-eye view of your finances and who has no incentive to sell you another policy.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

The movie opens with a bird’s-eye view of Los Angeles’ picturesque skylines, reservoirs and grassy hillsides before the bold-faced title appears, accompanied by ominous music courtesy of legendary composer John Williams.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2025

Those sitting in the second tier and gallery had a breathtaking bird's-eye view of the action as Jonas hit the canvas in the ninth after a slip.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025

I thought, “They sure have a bird’s-eye view of the town.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls