1
as in knowing
to have a clear idea of
to anyone who beholds the immense complexity of life on earth
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2
as in noticing
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I opened the window blinds and beheld snow everywhere
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Recent Examples of beholding
Today, beholding a 747 in person has become harder, especially in the United States.
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Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
With rooms ranging from 910 to 2,100 square feet, there’s plenty of room to stretch your legs, and the private walk-out balconies beholding all of the Strip certainly don’t hurt.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
There is something beautifully metaphysical, even healing, about beholding the spiritual substance of someone – or oneself, for that matter.
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Mark Swinney,
Christian Science Monitor,
13 Aug. 2025
Pynchon’s Orphic characters are often detectives who are tuned to the right the spiritual right frequency, discovering clues and linkages of the system without ever beholding the entire totality.
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Literary Hub,
5 Aug. 2025
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2026
With rooms ranging from 910 to 2,100 square feet, there’s plenty of room to stretch your legs, and the private walk-out balconies beholding all of the Strip certainly don’t hurt.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
There is something beautifully metaphysical, even healing, about beholding the spiritual substance of someone – or oneself, for that matter.
—
Mark Swinney,
Christian Science Monitor,
13 Aug. 2025
Pynchon’s Orphic characters are often detectives who are tuned to the right the spiritual right frequency, discovering clues and linkages of the system without ever beholding the entire totality.
—
Literary Hub,
5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beholding
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Marketing has always required senior-level judgment and knowing which levers to pull, why and when.
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This reportedly includes not giving guests many details about the wedding, with people invited instructed to arrive in New York, without knowing when and where the wedding will be.
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That matters because adults wait an average of nine years after first noticing hearing loss before treating it.
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Research has increasingly pointed to app designs built for engagement and addiction rather than actual matchmaking, and users are noticing.
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True, nothing so grand as a massive dragon and naval battle took place, but seeing Rhaenyra start to change into someone almost unrecognizable from her younger, more innocent self was compelling in a deeper way.
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Hernandez, 29, a contractor based in Franklin, about 20 miles south of Nashville, undertook the $380 project with furniture from HomeGoods after seeing his pet spend most of her life tucked away in a little corner.
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FireSat will help incident commanders get better information more quickly, and, unlike fire-spotting aircraft, the satellites can linger over a fire for days or weeks and aren’t hampered by high winds or smoke.
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Tuxedo cats have a black and white patterned coat, which is caused by a piebald or white-spotting gene.
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Those worries make sense, and understanding how bird flu spreads and what to watch for is the best way to protect your flock and yourself.
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Why The Old Approach No Longer Works The old playbook assumed that cultural knowledge was scarce, international interactions were occasional, and understanding national norms was the primary challenge.
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Research shows that 71% of leaders are under severe stress, with 40% eyeing the exit.
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Now, more and more Americans are eyeing up new lives south of the equator.
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James Woods James Woods has consistently shared patriotic messages recognizing America's history, military and founding principles.
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The market is oversaturated, and Riley is a genius for not only recognizing that but realizing that all of these new DJs are going to need lawyers to negotiate their contracts.
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The local health department is responsible for the initial investigation of consumer complaints regarding foods served or sold at retail food facilities, according to the California Department of Public Health.
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Mora’s attorneys say Giumarra has not provided documents regarding its license to the nectarine variety.
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“Beholding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beholding. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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