horizon

Definition

  • noun: the line where the earth or sea seems to meet the sky
  • noun: the apparent junction of earth and sky
  • synonyms: circle, sky line, verge

Examples

  • These discoveries have opened up new 'horizons' in the field of cancer research.

  • The only 'cloud on the horizon' for the team is the age of its key players.

  • Scientists believe that a major breakthrough is 'on the horizon'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Don't tell me how to rob a bank. I know how to rob a bank. A few dark clouds appear on your horizon, and you just go all to pieces, don't you? ¿Les puedo servir en algo? Ordenen para atenderlos (..)
    1969 Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid