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as in viewpoints
a way of looking at or thinking about something
whether she was being rude or candid is all a matter of perspective
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Recent Examples of perspectives
Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
The answer to that question lies, in part, in the narrative structure, which shifts back and forth between the two women's perspectives.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
The four movies are expected to utilize each of the band member's individual perspectives to tell the story of the band's career.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Curated by Simon Angel, the Sustainable Innovations section spotlighted new design principles and materials while exposing traditional designers and textile manufacturers to innovative techniques and perspectives—sparking conversation, inspiration, and opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
Through careful study of foreign films, Korean filmmakers developed the tools to express their own unique voices and cultural perspectives.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Several teachers told board members during public testimony that the reading list was overloaded and doesn’t include enough contemporary works or a wide enough array of author perspectives.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Engage with people outside your usual circles and perspectives, especially in school, work, or community settings.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Regulatory initiatives across Europe, have impacted perspectives on product design, operational processes, and lifecycle management.
—CBS News, 23 Jan. 2026
The Week Us, TheWeek, 30 Jan. 2026
The answer to that question lies, in part, in the narrative structure, which shifts back and forth between the two women's perspectives.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
The four movies are expected to utilize each of the band member's individual perspectives to tell the story of the band's career.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Curated by Simon Angel, the Sustainable Innovations section spotlighted new design principles and materials while exposing traditional designers and textile manufacturers to innovative techniques and perspectives—sparking conversation, inspiration, and opportunities for meaningful collaboration.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
Through careful study of foreign films, Korean filmmakers developed the tools to express their own unique voices and cultural perspectives.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Several teachers told board members during public testimony that the reading list was overloaded and doesn’t include enough contemporary works or a wide enough array of author perspectives.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 29 Jan. 2026
Engage with people outside your usual circles and perspectives, especially in school, work, or community settings.
—Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Regulatory initiatives across Europe, have impacted perspectives on product design, operational processes, and lifecycle management.
—CBS News, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perspectives
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Parts of the North Rim opened back up last fall, including a few eastern viewpoints and campgrounds.—
Sarah Henry,
AZCentral.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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To provide a balanced presentation of opposing viewpoints on this matter would require access to responses from government officials, law enforcement representatives, or commentators defending these actions, which are not included in the available search results.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.—
Avi Patel,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
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His recent New Year’s Eve livestreamed special generated more than 30 million views across platforms.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
30 Jan. 2026
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As for what can get some of the credit card companies out of their own funk, Coad said upcoming earnings for Visa and Mastercard may lead their shares lower due to a difficult comparison period, but strong macro outlooks should eventually push them higher.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
28 Jan. 2026
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Continue reading … AMERICAN CULTURE QUIZ – Test yourself on airport architecture and Olympic outlooks.—
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FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The lake views are a major highlight, with jaw-dropping panoramas of Lake Tahoe from the lifts and trails.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Jan. 2026
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Day trips to Amalfi-style Taormina are well-advised for those who have yet to gawp at its clifftop panoramas across the Mediterranean or its film star hotels, as are jaunts to the rambling flea markets and splendidly scruffy trattorias of nearby Catania.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Perspectives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perspectives. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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