oculus

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The American architect and artist created a contemplative moment with her two-part sculptural fountain: One stone lies flat as water bubbles up and over it, while an adjacent 11-foot-tall stone oculus emits a gentle mist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Wait, is that Usher dancing with Tiffany Haddish in front of the oculus?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Nestled in the woods and close to Hunter’s ski slopes, they all have vaulted ceilings and an oculus for gazing up at the stars without sacrificing warmth or comfort.

From New York Times • Feb. 7, 2024

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 glance over my shoulder to see if Killer Man is giving me the evil oculus, but he is not so much as looking in my direction.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe