How to Use binocular in a Sentence

binocular

1 of 2 adjective
  • Vision comes from a binocular camera in the head, along with wrist cameras for close-up work.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
  • This grouping of young stars is best seen using binocular and low-powered telescopes.
    — Arnold Pearlstein, sun-sentinel.com, 15 Sep. 2019
  • Those looking to explore the night sky in greater detail should check out our roundup of the best binocular and telescope deals.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • The binocular’s best attribute, though, is its tack-sharp image, even in low-light conditions.
    — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 21 Feb. 2020
  • While Davis kept the binocular lens trained on the fighters, Hedegard filmed the duel.
    — David Caraccio, sacbee, 22 Mar. 2018
  • That’s great news for casual comet-watchers because this binocular object will, for once, be rather easy to find in the night sky.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Normally, the only way to counteract this would be to use a binocular tripod or have the world’s stillest hands.
    — Harry Bennett, Space.com, 1 Jan. 2026
  • Here’s something to think about if you get obsessed with binocular astronomy and want to upgrade.
    — Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The binocular vision sensors look like small camera lenses positioned around the drone.
    — James Abbott, Space.com, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Stargazers may also want to check out our guides to the top telescope and binocular deals available in 2025.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Their eyes are sufficiently wide, large and mobile to allow binocular vision.
    — Jonathan Balcombe, Scientific American, 1 May 2017
  • Instead, Oculudentavis had eyes that bulged out to the sides and no binocular vision, the researchers found.
    — Tom Metcalfe, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2020
  • Cranes are almost impossible to put the sneak on, because of their height (four feet), and binocular quality eyesight.
    — John Schandelmeier, Anchorage Daily News, 1 Oct. 2019
  • Clutch bags and small purses — including camera and binocular cases — are permitted up to certain sizes.
    — Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 19 Feb. 2020
  • The first number in a binocular size is the model’s magnification power.
    — Kevin Cortez, Popular Mechanics, 5 June 2023
  • Then be sure to check out our picks of the top binocular and telescope deals, while photographers should check out our roundups of the best cameras and lenses for capturing the night sky.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 19 Nov. 2025
  • Such cunning likely would lessen if alcohol were available out in the open on Kyle’s concourses, even if fake binocular makers would pay the price.
    — Brent Zwerneman, ExpressNews.com, 5 June 2019
  • Watching college football can seem to require binocular vision, overlapping fields of view that create the spectacle of depth.
    — Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2020
  • Stargazers hoping to explore the heavens for themselves should check out our roundup of the best telescope and binocular deals available in 2025.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Spanning about the width of three full moons, the cluster and crescent moon will fit comfortably into the same binocular field of view, creating a spectacular sight.
    — Jules-Pierre Malartre, Space.com, 17 June 2026
  • Another special skill for binocular astronomers that isn’t intuitive is averted vision.
    — Jase Parnell-Brookes, Space.com, 23 Jan. 2026
  • The task tests a person’s ability to perceive a phenomenon called binocular rivalry.
    — Scientific American, 19 Aug. 2019
  • This will result in moonless nights on either side of May 16, ideal for everything from backyard binocular sessions to a full-on dark sky getaway.
    — Michael D'estries, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Many hunters already own a binocular harness or holster, but some vests come with one integrated into the vest, which helps minimize the number of straps and buckles around your shoulders and chest.
    — Justin Park, Popular Mechanics, 25 May 2023
  • Porro prisms are inexpensive to make, but often result in larger binoculars as the eyepiece is offset from the binocular tube to allow room for prisms to flip the image on the way to your eye.
    — Kevin Cortez, Popular Mechanics, 5 June 2023
  • The two images will alternate in a never-ending dance because of what neuroscientists call binocular rivalry.
    — Christof Koch, Scientific American, 8 May 2018
  • The most important thing to remember is to set a stopwatch with an alarm and stop your telescope or binocular viewing at least 30 seconds before totality ends.
    — Mike Lynch / Sky Watch, Twin Cities, 7 Jan. 2017
  • Magnification is the first number in a binocular description, such as 8x42.
    — The Editors, Field & Stream, 8 Apr. 2020
  • Evolution has given the human body some remarkable features and abilities — a powerful brain, a pair of eyes for binocular vision, the ability to heal wounds, and so on.
    — David Freeman /, NBC News, 28 Jan. 2018
  • That's because there is a higher concentration of retinal ganglion cells in the center of their field of vision, making vision sharper and giving such dogs binocular depth vision.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2025

binocular

2 of 2 noun
  • They are best viewed with binoculars in the night sky.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Not sure which binoculars are best for you?
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
  • Your sky is not dark enough — so use binoculars.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
  • But don’t pack away your binoculars just yet.
    — Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 27 Oct. 2025
  • Carl strained to catch a glimpse of brown fur through his binoculars.
    — Devon O’Neil, Outside, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The view will be best through binoculars.
    — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Be sure to bring along binoculars.
    — Samanta Habashy, IndyStar, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Here's a chance to save a few bucks on our top binocular pick for most people.
    — Scott Gilbertson, WIRED, 29 Nov. 2022
  • No need for binoculars or a telescope; take in the wide-field views.
    — Big Think, 13 Oct. 2025
  • So, grab your binoculars, hit the sofa and check out some of these top picks.
    — Michelle Krupa, CNN, 19 Apr. 2020
  • Pack your binoculars to look for bird species, like magpie, as well.
    — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 1 June 2026
  • Irene is perched not far away, watching them through binoculars.
    — Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026
  • There's no doubt King Charles has a pair of binoculars handy.
    — Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 20 Oct. 2023
  • In binoculars, all three will be visible in the same field of view.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Be sure to observe the meat with binoculars too, the agency said.
    — Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Don't be tempted to use binoculars, as this will limit your field of view.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Do not use cameras, binoculars, or telescopes to look at the sun.
    — USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2024
  • The comet can be best viewed using binoculars or a telescope.
    — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The comet can be best viewed using binoculars or a telescope.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Then be sure to read our roundup of the best telescopes and binoculars for viewing the night sky.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Then why not check out our picks of the best telescopes and binoculars for viewing the night sky?
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Make sure to bring your long camera lenses and your binoculars.
    — Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Make sure to bring your long camera lenses and your binoculars.
    — Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The doll is dressed in a khaki shirt and shorts, and holds a pair of binoculars and a notebook.
    — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Bring your binoculars and layer up.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Try binoculars or a telescope for a better view.
    — Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 2 Mar. 2026
  • Grab your stargazing binoculars — here are the best things to watch for in May’s night sky.
    — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2023
  • The Pleiades appear more vivid in binoculars, with a blue tint from their hot young stars.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Even from a city, 10x50 binoculars will show it as a fuzzy patch.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
  • The comet will be much easier to spot through a pair of binoculars or a telescope.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2025

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