Sentences with phrase «against the horizon»

Far off in the distance you see a tiny dot against the horizon.

But that's not, in itself, an argument against all horizons - against every strong cultural goal.

One side, originally shot on soft, grainy Super 8 film, shows a young, carefree fisherman named Ashes balancing playfully on a pitching boat against a horizon of blue sky and water.

One side, originally shot on grainy Super 8 film, depicts a young, carefree fisherman balancing on a pitching boat against a horizon of blue sky and water.

The jagged contour of the staff in juxtaposition with the graceful poise of its owner, seen in silhouette against the horizon of East African plains, inspired Johnston's years - long study of balance, counterbalance and dissonance in the interdependent relationship between people and nature.

«In those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be enrolled» — the Gospel of Luke sets his story against the horizon of entire world, which is exactly the horizon of the opening chapters of Genesis.

A mile out from the center of the chain, a modern 200 - foot freighter stands against the horizon, seemingly under way, although in fact it is inextricably stuck on the shoulder of a barren cay.

A sleek silhouette stands out against the horizon while a dynamic grille, chiseled lines, and athletic curves keep the Escape in motion, even at a stand still.

Like the rest of the RS7, it has the ability to blend in to traffic and act all genteel or, at the push of a button, rage against the horizon until it runs away, scared.

To guard against horizon riskHorizon risk The risk that your investment horizon may be shortened because of an unforeseen event.

Now and then toucans, parrots or macaws are seen flying against the horizon, or mixed species canopy flocks land in the treetop next to you.

The minimalistic design of this exclusive home utilizes angles and sharp lines that perfectly balance with the smooth curves of the hills against the horizon.

Having an outdoor swimming pool and a private beach area, By the Sea Resort features guestrooms with balcony offering spectacular views of the sea against the horizon.

First, Walker abuts the tilted landscape, with its aerial view, against a horizon line, making everything seem off kilter.

This time, we're teased with more than just a logo and the color red, as the image features seven cowboy-esque figures silhouetted in the distance against the horizon.

It resists the temptation to pump up the volume, to outline Che (Benicio Del Toro) against the horizon, to touch conventional biographical bases.