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in plain sight

[in pleyn sahyt] / ɪn ˈpleɪn ˈsaɪt /


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His appointment as envoy to everywhere has shifted the paradigm, in plain sight.

From Slate Jul. 22, 2026

Whether or not Argentina lifts the trophy again, the lesson is already out on the field in plain sight every time Messi touches the ball.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2026

"I think most people will not know about the real UK treasures that are hiding in plain sight," she said.

From BBC Jul. 9, 2026

There’s a revolution in battery technology hiding in plain sight: The 3-D printing of batteries has the potential to put energy storage inside any device.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

They were probably walking around in plain sight, hidden nicely by smiles and Lucille’s optimism.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi




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