They're set in sockets (4)

I believe the answer is:

eyes

(Other definitions for eyes that I've seen before include "Narrowly watches" , "Spots on a peacock's tail" , "Organs of sight" , "Peepers" , "Openings" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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