I thought, what riches are here buried at an unapproachable depth in the earth, hidden for ever from the covetous eyes of the human race!

As Florence's power grew, its rulers cast covetous eyes on the alabaster mines.

The company at the trestle-table watched the proceedings with covetous eyes.

Why Hollywood turns its covetous eye on China is obvious.

Others in his position might well cast a covetous eye on any or all of his neighbors.

You must not be surprised if I cast a covetous eye on your cream and butter.

Jerry gazed at those two suitcases with covetous eyes.

Angela kept her voice calm with effort; he was looking at her with covetous eyes.

Towards the end of Elizabeth's reign, covetous eyes began to be cast on far grander prizes.

It's clear enough that Phraates cast his covetous eye on this region.