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2019 poetry collection by Arthur Sze
Sight Lines is the tenth poetry collection by Arthur Sze. It was published by Copper Canyon Press in April 9, 2019. The collection won the 2019 National
Sight_Lines
Difference in apparent position with viewing angle
viewed along two different lines of sight and is measured by the angle or half-angle of inclination between those two lines. Due to foreshortening, nearby
Parallax
Aiming device
of sight past a gap at the center of the rear sight and towards the top edge of the front sight. When the shooter's line of sight, the iron sights, and
Iron_sights
Bolt-action rifle
targeting & practice devices for artillery pieces. The rear sighting element of iron sight lines of the carbines were adjustable for ranges from 200 to 1
Swedish_Mauser
Australian landscape designer
have been noted for their "precise angles, perfect symmetry, strong sight lines and rich detail." In 2001, Bangay received the Centenary Medal for outstanding
Paul_Bangay
American poet (born 1950)
Book Foundation Science and Literature Award. His tenth collection, Sight Lines, won the 2019 National Book Award for Poetry, and his ninth collection
Arthur_Sze
opened in 1971. Both stadiums accomplished the goal of providing better sight lines for spectators. However, the architecture of those two stadiums still
Octorad
Former stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota
rows behind the plate which were previously only used for football. The sight lines were also very good in the right field corner, which faced the infield
Hubert_H._Humphrey_Metrodome
Bolt-action rifle
iron sight line had an open post type front sight, and a tangent-type[dubious – discuss] rear sight with a rear notch. These standard sight lines consisted
Mauser_Model_1895
Canadian curator (born 1948)
the editor of an anthology of writing on Canadian contemporary art, Sight Lines: Reading Contemporary Canadian Art, and has authored several monographs
Jessica_Bradley_(curator)
Optical sighting device for firearms
A telescopic sight, commonly called a scope informally, is an optical sighting device based on a refracting telescope. Sights are equipped with a referencing
Telescopic_sight
German bolt-action rifle
post front sight was hooded to reduce glare under unfavourable light conditions and add protection for the post. These standard sight lines consisted of
Karabiner_98k
Aspect of automotive design
they were Peilstege, sight lines that aid backing up. In 1997, Lancia introduced the Lancia Kappa Coupé with similar rear "sight line" augmentation. Tailfins
Car_tailfin
Geoglyphs in the Nazca Desert, Peru
The Nazca lines (/ˈnɑːzkə/, /-kɑː/) are a group of geoglyphs made in the soil of the Nazca Desert in southern Peru. They were created between 500 BC and
Nazca_lines
Australian feminist art historian
writing on Australian feminist art and Australian women artists. Her book Sight Lines (1992) was the first major survey of Australian feminist art. In it,
Sandy_Kirby
American disability rights court case
were unable or unwilling to do so. Section 4.33.3 of ADAAG refers to lines of sight, but does not specifically mention viewing over standing patrons. The
Paralyzed Veterans of America v. Ellerbe Becket Architects and Engineers
Paralyzed_Veterans_of_America_v._Ellerbe_Becket_Architects_and_Engineers
Preparatory firearm calibration
distances of that designated point. Because when using a telescopic sight, the crosshair lines geometrically resemble the X- and Y-axis of the Cartesian coordinate
Sighting_in
Distance at which a firearm or projectile can be fired directly at its target and hit
preceding prototypes had iron sight lines elevated over the bore axis to extend point-blank range. The current trend for elevated sights and flatter shooting higher-velocity
Point-blank_range
Musical by Jonathan Larson
Music direction by Dr. Randi Ellen Rudolph. 2024 Singapore Produced by Sight Lines and directed by Derrick Chew, Preston Lim (Jon), Ryan Ang (Michael),
Tick,_Tick..._Boom!
German automatic paratrooper rifle
line had a 530 mm (20.9 in) sight radius and consisted of an open-pointed-post-type front sight, and a diopter-type rear sight. It was graduated for 7.92×57mm
FG_42
Semi-automatic pistol
on Glock pistols, meaning the PDP can accept aftermarket Glock iron sight lines. The trigger is cross-compatible with the PPQ, but is lighter due to
Walther_PDP
Glass-and-metal pyramid in the main courtyard of the Louvre Palace
allowing light to the below ground visitors hall, while also allowing sight lines of the palace to visitors in the hall, and through access galleries to
Louvre_Pyramid
German semi-automatic rifle
iron sight line had a hooded pointed-post-type front sight and a tangent-type rear sight with a V-shaped rear notch. These standard sight lines consisted
Gewehr_43
Type of front sight used on firearms
element. Diopter and globe sighting lines are commonly used in ISSF match rifle shooting events. The globe front sight consists of a hollow cylinder with
Globe_sight
Species of fish
As with other aggressive fish, having a larger group and breaks in sight lines across the tank can disperse aggression throughout the group, but this
Syncrossus_berdmorei
Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida
any use during the regular season. Even with the reduced capacity, the sight lines were less than optimal for baseball. Most seats were pointed toward the
Hard_Rock_Stadium
Skyscraper in London, England
the old Exchange. The site needed development, was not on any of the "sight lines" (planning guidance requires that new buildings do not obstruct or detract
The_Gherkin
Polymer frame semi-automatic handgun
include threaded barrels, screw on compensators, trigger parts, iron sight lines and magazine funnels and plates. This basic full-size version has a 4
Springfield_Armory_Echelon
Structure at Chichen Itza in Mexico
believed to be of interest to the Mesoamerican residents of Chichén Itzá, sight lines for 20 can be found in the structure. Since a portion of the tower resting
El_Caracol,_Chichen_Itza
Stadium designed for multifunctionality over specificity
field to be laid out east–west. This had the advantage of improving sight lines for both sports while keeping the baseball dimensions roughly symmetrical
Multi-purpose_stadium
Velodrome in Tlaquepaque, Guadalajara, Mexico
gained UCI approval in October 2011 after removing two pillars to improve sight lines. The Velodrome is approximately 1550 metres above sea level After the
Velódromo_Panamericano
French sculptor (1898–1982)
alcoves, raised floors, openings, and contrived backdrops create multiples sight lines, discoveries and frames for the landscape,' said the architects. From
Paul_Belmondo_(sculptor)
Purported ghost lights near Brown Mountain, North Carolina
brush fires, which ended widespread public concern. With the original sightings of the early 20th century having been explained, storytellers have been
Brown_Mountain_lights
Public park in Portland, Oregon, U.S.
The Oregonian. Advance Publications. Gragg, Randy (June 5, 2005). "Sight Lines; A Bridge Brainstorm". The Oregonian. Advance Publications. p. D03. Muldoon
Keller_Fountain_Park
97-key grand piano
explains the challenge of adjusting to the extra keys: "One's 'southern sight-lines,' so to speak, can be seriously skewed because of the extra footage in
Imperial_Bösendorfer
Canadian director
Claire Van Ryzin, "SXSW 2020 Official Short Films Screened Online". Sight Lines, March 30, 2020. "Dominique Dussault devient l’unique actionnaire de
Santiago_Menghini
Church in Visalia, United States
painted the Caesars Palace casino. It has an open interior with clear sight lines to the altar. There are three bells, though they do not sound, and which
St. Charles Borromeo (Visalia)
St._Charles_Borromeo_(Visalia)
Theatre in Edinburgh, Scotland
then the rake of the Upper Circle was increased and extended back. The sight lines had now been much improved, and this had resulted in the capacity being
King's_Theatre,_Edinburgh
Former theatre in Manhattan, New York
seats in front of the stage) and also not having pillars obstructing sight lines for the balcony. The Gaiety Theatre opened on September 4, 1909 with
Embassy_Five_Theatre
Church for the deaf in Missouri, U.S.
addressed the special needs of the congregation by providing clear sight lines and appropriate lighting that enhanced visibility of the minister conducting
Pilgrim Lutheran Church for the Deaf of Greater Kansas City and Parsonage
Pilgrim_Lutheran_Church_for_the_Deaf_of_Greater_Kansas_City_and_Parsonage
Room for people to discuss and debate
equal line of sight (all 120 degrees apart). The smaller the group and setting, the greater the equity of participants and sight lines. Conversely, the
Debate_chamber
Motor vehicle
with more storage space, and the raised seat gave the driver better sight-lines. The hand-brake was situated more conveniently near the driver's seat
Galloway_(car)
Public park in Portland, Oregon, U.S.
(September 26, 2004). "Sight lines: A small idea for the midtown park blocks". The Oregonian. Gragg, Randy (November 8, 2006). "Sight lines - Of parks and plazas"
Director_Park
Narrow strait in northwestern Turkey
Compounding these difficult changes in trajectory, the rear and forward sight lines at Kandilli and Yeniköy are also completely blocked prior to and during
Bosporus
Trail connecting artworks
with sequenced viewings encountered from planned preview and principal sight lines. Often the distinct walkway is one choice among other less structured
Sculpture_trail
nature preserve in 1939 and is now a part of Mols Bjerge National Park. Sight lines over the cove from Hjelmager south of Løgten are subject to conservation
Kalø_Vig
for its integration with the natural coastal environment, preserving sight lines to the bay and surrounding hills. While most tall buildings are located
List of tallest buildings in San Diego
List_of_tallest_buildings_in_San_Diego
British bolt-action rifle
This sight, like other aperture sights, proved to be faster and more accurate than the typical mid-barrel open rear sight elements sight lines offered
Lee–Enfield
Illusion technique
Head-up display – Transparent display presenting data within normal sight lines of the user Magic lantern – Type of image projector Optical illusion –
Pepper's_ghost
American baseball player (1925-1961)
allegedly due to "some complaints" from fans regarding hitherto blocked sight lines. On June 18, 1961, the unemployed Gaedel, who had just turned 36, was
Eddie_Gaedel
US non-profit organization
"roof-raising" in the main club room to provide more space and better sight lines for meetings that often attract nearly 100 members and visitors. The
Cleveland Photographic Society
Cleveland_Photographic_Society
Former arena in Manhattan, New York
and a maximum capacity of 18,496 spectators for boxing. It had poor sight lines, especially for hockey, and fans sitting virtually anywhere behind the
Madison_Square_Garden_(1925)
Visual and design aspects of a theatre production
actors where they should stand for the proper dramatic effect, ensure sight lines for the audience and work with the lighting design of the scene.[citation
Mise-en-scène
Houses in Ardmore, Pennsylvania
separated by fireproof, soundproof brick walls. The walls cut off all sight lines from any part of any dwelling to any part of the other dwellings in the
Suntop_Homes
United States historic place
of "vertical hall" construction, initially built to provide perfect sight lines and acoustics for vaudeville shows which did not have the benefit of
Orpheum_Theater_(New_Orleans)
Ritual pathways of the Incan Empire
12 circuits, and that some of the siq'is were used for astronomical sight lines. Bernabe Cobo's Historia del Nuevo Mundo Farrington (1992 p. 370) D'Altroy
Ceque_system
1990 U.S. civil rights law
large assembly spaces. While Section 4.33.3 of ADAAG makes reference to lines of sight, no specific reference is made to seeing over standing patrons. The
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Americans_with_Disabilities_Act_of_1990
Unobstructed line between an observer and a subject of interest in a building
should be eliminated entirely from the seating area. In calculating the sight lines it should be appreciated that advertising boards of 90–100 cm in height
Sightline_(architecture)
American artist, photographer, and activist (1930–2017)
Political Front – and Back (2005), and provided illustrations for a third, Sight Lines (1998). Seigel was an activist for the preservation of her neighborhood
Judy_Seigel
Stadium in Lancaster, California
configuration have been rebuilt to align with the soccer field and improve sight lines for the rest of the existing seating. "Ballpark Matters On Deck". Los
The Hangar (Lancaster, California)
The_Hangar_(Lancaster,_California)
Police initiative in the UK
including a flower walkway in Southwark that was said to be blocking CCTV sight lines, benches and shrubs in parks in Ashford, and foot and bike paths in Horsham
Secured_by_Design
Observation of distant objects on Earth's surface or terrestrial features
de Noufonts – 408 km – Marc Bret, July 16th 2019 Other lines of sight: The longest line of sight in the British Isles is from Snowdon to Merrick – 232 km
Long_distance_observations
Theatrical document
the floor level, the location of seats and balconies, and occasionally sight lines, as well as the location of each lighting instrument and other relevant
Light_plot
List of alleged UFO signtings in the nation of Canada
alleged sightings of unidentified flying objects or UFOs in Canada. According to a memo written by the Department of National Defence, sightings of unidentified
UFO_sightings_in_Canada
Outdoor concert venue in Maryland, U.S.
five-month project to raise the structure by 20 feet (6.1 m) to improve sight lines for patrons on the lawn. Management quickly issued a statement indicating
Merriweather_Post_Pavilion
Performing arts centre in Australia
space. It is considered to be an A Reserve house, which implies that the sight-lines are perfect for most seats and a standard ticket price is applicable
Riverside_Theatres_Parramatta
Part of the Franco-Prussian War
electrically-triggered mines. Forests and houses were cleared to improve the firing sight lines, roads were torn up, and railroad and road entrances to the city blocked
Siege_of_Paris_(1870–1871)
Optical device for aiming
A reflector sight or reflex sight is an optical sight that allows the user to look through a partially reflecting glass element and see an aiming point
Reflector_sight
Directional fragmentation anti-personnel mine
casing is a light green color with two detonator wells and three crude sight lines on the top and an embossed grid pattern on the front of some early mines
MRUD
Precise positioning of actors on a stage
actors where they should move for the proper dramatic effect, to ensure sight lines for the audience and to work with the lighting design of the scene. Each
Blocking_(stage)
Traffic sign instructing drivers to stop
coming to a dead stop is deemed necessary because of severely limited sight lines. At the vast majority of minor intersections in these countries give
Stop_sign
Transparent display presenting data within normal sight lines of the user
light-emitting diode (OLED). HUDs evolved from the reflector sight, a pre-World War II parallax-free optical sight technology for military fighter aircraft. The gyro
Head-up_display
Shape, descriptor of racetracks
from having to "lean" to see oncoming cars, and creates more forward sight lines. In other racing vernacular, the term "tri-oval" is also used to specifically
Tri-oval
Straight-pull bolt action carbine
prone. For this the standard iron sights can be replaced by target shooting diopter and globe sight sighting lines. In other countries the Kar. 31 can
K31
Iron-carbon alloy
buildings of any height. They also opened up floor spaces in factories, and sight lines in churches and auditoriums. By the mid 19th century, cast iron columns
Cast_iron
Car models by Ford (1986–2019)
control. However, others criticized the lack of interior room and reduced sight lines despite its full-sized exterior, and Edmunds noted that the eighth-generation
Ford_Taurus
Golf tournament season
that track a ball's trajectory and speed were relocated to allow better sight lines for spectators. GreenZone surface Though its turntable remains the same
2026_TGL_season
Fresco painting by Masaccio
that the fresco was aligned very precisely in relationship with the sight-lines and perspective arrangement of the room at the time; particularly a former
Holy_Trinity_(Masaccio)
Outdoor game
elevation benchmarks were often placed along rail lines or roads that provided good sight lines for leveling. A common location is the top level of
Benchmarking_(hobby)
Area of naturally occurring land set aside for visitor enjoyment and other purposes
design of a park, such as an open and welcoming entry, good visibility (sight lines), and appropriate lighting and signage can all make a difference. Regular
Park
2002 single by Kylie Minogue
"Love at First Sight" is a song recorded by Australian singer Kylie Minogue for her eighth studio album Fever (2001). It was written and produced by Richard
Love at First Sight (Kylie Minogue song)
Love_at_First_Sight_(Kylie_Minogue_song)
Athletic stadium in Smithfield, Rhode Island
design that is usually reserved for larger stadiums, ensuring excellent sight lines and maximum comfort for spectators. A 3,200-seat permanent bleacher comprises
Beirne_Stadium
Stonehenge's use in tracking seasons
1966, pointing out that some of the pits which Hawkins had used for his sight lines were more likely to have been natural depressions, and that he had allowed
Archaeoastronomy and Stonehenge
Archaeoastronomy_and_Stonehenge
Swiss battle rifle of 1957
this the standard iron sights can be replaced by target shooting diopter and globe sight sighting lines. When the original sighting is kept Swiss sport shooters
SIG_SG_510
Stadium in Los Angeles, California
down the third base line, with a very large backstop for the catcher. Sight lines also left much to be desired; some seats were as far as 710 feet (216 m)
Los_Angeles_Memorial_Coliseum
Historic place in Virginia, United States
oriented on its lot to maximize its privacy and landscape view, with sight lines intentionally chosen to enhance the common space shared by each structure
Hollin_Hills
Concert hall in Los Angeles, California
music desk entirely above the top of the console, for the sake of clear sight lines to the conductor. From the detached console, all ranks play by electric
Walt_Disney_Concert_Hall
New Zealand botanical artist and author
Kirsty (2024). Sight Lines. Auckland, New Zealand: Auckland University Press. p. 35. ISBN 978 1 86940 998 2. Baker, Kirsty (2024). Sight Lines. Auckland,
Sarah_Featon
Vehicle component
Series (1966–77): considered airy for the abundant glass and unobscured sight-lines Ford Mustang (1971–73): high beltline, low roofline, and massive pillars
Greenhouse_(car)
1401 battle in Wales
slope, and a commanding view across both river valleys and unimpeded sight lines across the Elenydd uplands to the south. The attack came from the south
Battle_of_Mynydd_Hyddgen
Baseball park in Metro Atlanta, Georgia
activities." J.J. Cooper of Baseball America praised the "excellent sight lines for pretty much every seat." Cooper also noted that "the Wi-Fi works
Truist_Park
gave a finished appearance to the forestage. Chairs arranged to improve sight lines replaced bench seating. Backstage areas were added gradually and haphazardly
Allen_Elizabethan_Theatre
Area in Cambridge, England
retaining and enhancing the existing structure of the landscape and sight lines, while screening off the traffic on Queens Road. Over-mature and inappropriately-sited
The_Backs
shape symmetrically. The end points of the rods had sights on them, allowing various sight lines to be defined. The central rod was graduated with various
Radio_latino
American actress (1922–2014)
1968, CSM 663) Conflict, Various Artists (Holt's Impact, 1969, CSM 816) Sight lines, Various Artists (Holt's Impact, 1970, SBN 03–071525–3) Roses & Revolutions
Ruby_Dee
Defunct football stadium in Orchard Park, New York
is specifically designed for National Football League dimensions and sight lines, along with football and team markings being formed permanently into
Ralph_Wilson_Stadium
traditional vinyl siding. The rigid foam-backed siding creates straighter sight lines, and prevents denting and bending, for a more wood-like appearance than
Insulated_siding
Aim markings in optical devices, e.g. crosshairs
although reticles in telescopic sights or the screen of an oscilloscope are permanently fixed in place. Today, engraved lines or embedded fibers may be replaced
Reticle
West End theatre in London
Finally, new seating was installed to improve audience comfort and sight-lines. Following completion, the Sondheim Theatre re-opened on 16 January 2020
Sondheim_Theatre
crane shots, using camera cranes or jibs that might obstruct spectator sight lines or take up valuable space or interfere with a shot. Commercial 3D moving-cable
Cable-suspended_camera_system
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Girl/Female
Bengali, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Jain, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Mythological, Oriya, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, Traditional
Sunshine; Radiance; Night; Radiant; Light
Surname or Lastname
English
English : nickname for a happy, cheerful person, from Middle English lyght, Old English lēoht ‘light’ (not dark), ‘bright’, ‘cheerful’.English : nickname for someone who was busy and active, from Middle English lyght, Old English līoht ‘light’ (not heavy), ‘nimble’, ‘quick’. The two words lēoht and līoht were originally distinct, but they were confused in English from an early period.English : nickname for a small person, from Middle English lite, Old English l̄t ‘little’, influenced by lyght as in 1 and 2.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Light of the Right Guidance (of Allah)
Boy/Male
Indian
Light of the right guidance
Boy/Male
Sikh
Fight of God, Godly light
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Light of the Right Guidance of Allah
Surname or Lastname
English
English : topographic name for someone who lived at the top of a hill or on a piece of raised ground, from Middle English heyt ‘summit’, ‘height’.
Boy/Male
Norse
Victorious defender.
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Eye-sight; Wisdom; Sight
Girl/Female
Arabic, Bengali, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Oriya, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
Light in the Dark; Night; Nocturnal
Surname or Lastname
English (Hampshire and the Isle of Wight)
English (Hampshire and the Isle of Wight) : habitational name from a place on the Isle of Wight named Brading, from Old English brerd ‘hillside’ + -ingas ‘dwellers at’, i.e. ‘(settlement of) the dwellers on the hillside’.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : presumably a nickname for a strong man.
Boy/Male
Indian, Punjabi, Sikh
Light of the Right
Boy/Male
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Tamil
Remove the Night and Spread the Light
Girl/Female
Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Jain, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu
Alert; Sharp Night; Sharp; Moon Light
Boy/Male
Bengali, Indian
A Light of Fight
Boy/Male
Muslim
Eye-sight, Wisdom, Sight
Boy/Male
Tamil
Remove the night and spread the light
Girl/Female
Bengali, Hindu, Indian
Light; Night of Diwali; Possessor of Lights
Boy/Male
Muslim
Light of the right guidance
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adv.
In a great degree; very; wholly; unqualifiedly; extremely; highly; as, right humble; right noble; right valiant.
superl.
Not copious or heavy; not dense; not inconsiderable; as, a light rain; a light snow; light vapors.
adv.
In a right manner.
v. t.
To cause to fight; to manage or maneuver in a fight; as, to fight cocks; to fight one's ship.
imp. & p. p.
of Dight
v. t.
To look at through a sight; to see accurately; as, to sight an object, as a star.
v. t.
Mental view; opinion; judgment; as, in their sight it was harmless.
v. t.
To get sight of; to see; as, to sight land; to sight a wreck.
n.
To give light to; to illuminate; to fill with light; to spread over with light; -- often with up.
v. t.
Inspection; examination; as, a letter intended for the sight of only one person.
v. t.
The act of seeing; perception of objects by the eye; view; as, to gain sight of land.
superl.
Slight; not important; as, a light error.
superl.
Not heavily armed; armed with light weapons; as, light troops; a troop of light horse.
imp.
of Hight
v. t.
To apply sights to; to adjust the sights of; also, to give the proper elevation and direction to by means of a sight; as, to sight a rifle or a cannon.
v. i.
To take aim by a sight.
p. p.
of Hight
adv.
In a right or straight line; directly; hence; straightway; immediately; next; as, he stood right before me; it went right to the mark; he came right out; he followed right after the guide.
v. t.
To disregard, as of little value and unworthy of notice; to make light of; as, to slight the divine commands.
v. t.
A great number, quantity, or sum; as, a sight of money.