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as in beliefs
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
a number of voters expressed the opinion that all politicians, regardless of party affiliation, are corrupt
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as in decisions
a position arrived at after consideration
after reviewing the evidence, the athletic board came to the opinion that the team be disqualified for recruiting violations
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Recent Examples of opinions
In other corners, opinions ran hot about rampant nudity in the Austrian Pavilion.
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Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026
An outspoken policy wonk who has appeared frequently on national television, McCaughey is quick on her feet and ready to offer opinions on a moment’s notice on health care, housing, taxes, and any other issue.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
At the end of the day, these are just salty fans and keyboard warriors, so their opinions probably mean next to nothing in the eyes of Edwards.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The opinions of Stinger are meant to be helpful.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
Haymon was much less apprehensive of expressing her opinions, particularly her preference for Gascon’s policies.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 15 May 2026
All opinions expressed in this article are the author's own.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 15 May 2026
These were folks who wanted to comment on their food opinions.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Strengthen your unique identity by clearly defining your expert positioning and strong opinions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 May 2026
An outspoken policy wonk who has appeared frequently on national television, McCaughey is quick on her feet and ready to offer opinions on a moment’s notice on health care, housing, taxes, and any other issue.
—Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
At the end of the day, these are just salty fans and keyboard warriors, so their opinions probably mean next to nothing in the eyes of Edwards.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
The opinions of Stinger are meant to be helpful.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
Haymon was much less apprehensive of expressing her opinions, particularly her preference for Gascon’s policies.
—Rafael Perez, Daily News, 15 May 2026
All opinions expressed in this article are the author's own.
—Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 15 May 2026
These were folks who wanted to comment on their food opinions.
—Sheah Rarback, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Strengthen your unique identity by clearly defining your expert positioning and strong opinions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opinions
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She surely was also exposed to Madame Charlotte Mentelle’s feminist beliefs and abolitionist leanings.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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In certain lines of questioning from the prosecution, the Gheorghius’ personal beliefs seem to be on trial as much as their parenting.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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All are part of the official visit experience, which often leads to a wave of summer commitments as recruits look to make their college decisions before their final seasons of high school football.—
Grace Raynor,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The aftermath of one of Otto’s decisions gives Beever as Léna some rich material to work through, but strands Machado-Graner to an extent, including in a short subplot that feels like it was plucked from an entirely different screenplay.—
Josh Slater-Williams,
IndieWire,
20 May 2026
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Instead, the massive Super Heavy booster plummeted back to Earth and crashed into the Gulf, beaming live views of its fall from space until the screen went black.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
23 May 2026
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And The Mark’s landmark digs have the suites, service, and skyline views to prove it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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But too few of those ideas yield satisfying conclusions, resulting in a drama that becomes treacly and insubstantial, reaching for a profundity that remains elusive.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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But John Healey, a former Senate Republican chief of staff who is now Stewart’s senior adviser, cautioned against jumping to conclusions.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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At the same time, your minds and bodies are changing.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Almost Waking [Unheard of Hope] Mabe Fratti and Bill Orcutt’s new collaborative album began, as so many modern meetings of the minds do, with some unexpected internet chat.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
22 May 2026
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In recent years, the Macon attorney has helped pass laws limiting lawsuits and civil verdicts.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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But the South Carolina State Supreme Court has now overturned those guilty verdicts.—
Dateline NBC,
NBC news,
20 May 2026
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That hormones shape our moods and feelings, wire our brains and guide numerous, diverse processes throughout the body means that the practice of endocrinology is not based around any particular organ.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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This story from breaking news reporter Marlene Lenthang examines the feelings of Latino vendors in and around SoFi Stadium in Inglewood amid the possibility of ICE agents working games — a gamble between their safety and a potentially lucrative payday.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
20 May 2026
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Gaff ultimately admitted to his crimes in open court and provided details consistent with the determinations of police investigations, according to police.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd’s decision to pass on North Carolina and remain with the Wildcats brought him a raise, more money for his staff and a new chain of command, as the school’s president will make more high-level determinations for the program, rather than the athletic director.—
Chris Vannini,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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“Opinions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opinions. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
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