second set of eyes vs second pair of eyes

Both 'second set of eyes' and 'second pair of eyes' are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They are interchangeable and convey the same meaning.

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second set of eyes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase refers to having someone else look at something to provide a fresh perspective or to catch mistakes.

Examples:

Before submitting the report, I always ask for a second set of eyes to review it.
Having a second set of eyes on the project helped us identify areas for improvement.

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Want a second set of eyes?
A second set of eyes can't hurt.
With the security feed out, I'm going need a second set of eyes at the aquarium.
And it helps to have a second set of eyes.
Just run everything past a second set of eyes.
I could use a second set of eyes.
With the security feed out, I'm going need a second set of eyes at the aquarium.
I said I guarded him, like backup, like a second set of eyes.
Like backup, like a second set of eyes.
Add a friend to the mix in the split screen Co-op Campaign Mode and you gain a second set of eyes, vital if you want to attempt the ultimate test of your abilities: the Elite difficulty level.
Second set of eyes couldn't hurt.
I said I guarded him, like backup, like a second set of eyes.

Alternatives:

second pair of eyes
additional set of eyes
extra set of eyes
another set of eyes
additional pair of eyes

second pair of eyes

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase also refers to having someone else look at something to provide a fresh perspective or to catch mistakes.

Examples:

I need a second pair of eyes to proofread this document before sending it out.
Having a second pair of eyes on the design helped us spot errors.

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I needed a second pair of eyes on something.
I just needed a second pair of eyes.
A second pair of eyes never hurts.
I could use a second pair of eyes.
Dr. Brennan, you could use a second pair of eyes.
I always felt better having you as my second pair of eyes.
I can be your second pair of eyes.
Bringing in that second pair of eyes early can prevent a lot of spurious reports.
I mean, I wouldn't mind getting a second pair of eyes on these pair.
Dr. Brennan, you could use a second pair of eyes.
I just want a second pair of eyes on this thing, that's all.
These translators just feel their language and know its particularities, and you'll surely enjoy an elite... Read more Reviser A second pair of eyes checks the translator's job.
I just needed a second pair of eyes.
I needed a second pair of eyes on something.

Alternatives:

second set of eyes
additional set of eyes
extra set of eyes
another set of eyes
additional pair of eyes

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