eye-catchers

noun

plural of eye-catcher
as in eyesores

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  1. eyesores
  2. frights
  3. monstrosities
  4. horrors
  5. sights
Noun
  • Of course, there are still plenty of clunky eyesores out there.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Using a damp cloth, with mild detergent if desired, to wipe your shutters clean prevents significant buildup and removes eyesores like bird droppings and large cobwebs.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of eyesores
Noun
  • But not everyone wants to be up close and personal the with the IRL frights of a haunted house or spooky corn maze.
    — Ayesha Rascoe, NPR, 18 Oct. 2026
  • There are also family activities, fall brews to sip, and food trucks to keep you fueled for the frights.
    — Michelle Mastro, Midwest Living, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of frights
Noun
  • This is how the monstrosities of myth can become a means of revelation.
    — Artforum, Artforum, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Protein bars have come a long way from the chalky monstrosities that lined shelves not long ago.
    — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 23 Feb. 2026
Definition of monstrosities
Noun
  • The horrors at Requiem Haunted House, the largest indoor scare attraction in the Treasure Valley, begin as soon as you’re greeted at the door.
    — Hali Smith October 17, Idaho Statesman, 17 Oct. 2026
  • And the potential horrors within are keeping him from opening it.
    — Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of horrors
Noun
  • Big institutions like the Louvre and the Élysée Palace are better avoided; instead, visit some of the city's niche sights and smaller museums.
    — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Oct. 2026
  • The walking haunt leans towards the gory side of horror, so come prepared to witness some grotesque sights, organizers said on Eventbrite.
    — Hali Smith October 17, Idaho Statesman, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of sights
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