JLPT N1
～とみるや
the moment one sees/realizes that ~; upon noticing that ~
Structure / Usage
Sentence (plain form) + とみるや
Example Sentences
形勢が不利とみるや、彼はすぐに逃げ出した。
The moment he realized the situation was unfavorable, he immediately fled.
チャンスとみるや、彼女は迷わず行動に移した。
Upon seeing the opportunity, she acted without hesitation.