oculus

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Standing in the open-air cube that is the oculus of “sister dreamer,” most people have their gaze pointed up, seeing — what else? — themselves.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Vines will hang from the Lucas’ floating oculus, right above its entry court.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2025

At ground level, a circular port called an oculus will allow passersby to peer into a 325,000-gallon coral canyon teeming with thousands of fish and invertebrates.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2022

“I do not feel it appropriate to offer Architect of the Capitol approval for the oculus component.”

From Washington Post • Aug. 31, 2022

I see her giving Addie the evil oculus every morning as Addie stands there, silent as dandruff and every bit as annoying.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe