tunnel vision

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Loss of peripheral vision; can also be used figuratively to mean a narrow focus.

visionADJECTIVE + vision (ability to see)

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Examples (10)

  • The ophthalmologist explained that her deteriorating eyesight was causing severe tunnel vision.
  • His tunnel vision on achieving sales targets meant he overlooked market shifts.
  • To innovate, we must avoid tunnel vision and embrace a broader perspective.
  • Working in isolation can lead to tunnel vision, making it difficult to see the bigger picture.
  • During the intense competition, the chess player suffered from tunnel vision, missing crucial moves.
  • The company's leadership was criticized for its tunnel vision, focusing solely on short-term gains.
  • She realized her academic tunnel vision had limited her understanding of interdisciplinary connections.
  • Drivers with severe tunnel vision often struggle to react to hazards outside their direct line of sight.
  • Breaking free from tunnel vision is essential for creative problem-solving in any field.
  • The activist's unwavering focus, while admirable, sometimes bordered on tunnel vision, alienating potential allies.