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as in opinion
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
that's one view, but I happen to disagree
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as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly
took a quick view of the Web page and decided that it didn't have what he was looking for
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as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition
upon closer view the painting was an obvious forgery
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as in to review
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
I'll have to view all of the evidence before making a decision
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as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
viewed the latest changes and approved them
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Recent Examples of view
Victoria Balara, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Dwight Welch, managing partner of the business, said vehicles will be screened from public view.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Michael Ruiz , Alexis McAdams, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
In these instances, many survivors never see their abusers held accountable and never receive proper compensation because many attorneys view these cases as infeasible, thereby denying survivors access to the civil justice system.
—Samantha Dos Santos, Baltimore Sun, 26 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The latest Fox News survey, released Friday, finds 44% have a favorable opinion of the Republican Party, while 54% have an unfavorable view for a net rating of -10.
—Victoria Balara, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2025
Dwight Welch, managing partner of the business, said vehicles will be screened from public view.
—Mike Nolan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2025
Verb
Before the testimony kicked off for the day, jurors were transported to view the crime scene at 34 Fairview Road in Canton.
—Michael Ruiz , Alexis McAdams, FOXNews.com, 26 Apr. 2025
In these instances, many survivors never see their abusers held accountable and never receive proper compensation because many attorneys view these cases as infeasible, thereby denying survivors access to the civil justice system.
—Samantha Dos Santos, Baltimore Sun, 26 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
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Take the view: a sweeping, cinematic panorama of Los Angeles, framed with intention.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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From the elevated overlook, visitors have an incredible view of a bare panorama that holds the remains of many extinct species dating back 5 million years.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Mar. 2025
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After everyone weighs in, Conrad turns to Harry for his opinion.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Guardian newspaper reports that the former Doctor Who star – who appeared in the 2005 film adaptation of Rowling’s book Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire – gave his opinion of Rowling in answer to questions posed by a group of neurodivergent young adults in ITV’s show The Assembly.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
27 Apr. 2025
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The trailer also shows Wednesday reuniting with her spirited roommate Enid (Emma Myers) and shows glimpses of the rest of the Addams clan, including Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams, Isaac Ordonez as Pugsley Addams and Fred Armisen as Uncle Fester.—
James Hibberd,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
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Nearby Pashupatinath Temple, one of Hinduism’s most important pilgrimage sites, offers a powerful glimpse into Nepal’s spiritual life, while the magnificent Boudhanath Stupa is among the world’s largest and most revered for Tibetan Buddhists.—
Livia Hengel,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The regular inspections include restaurants, taverns, grocery stores, meat markets and bakeries.—
Ashley Fredde,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Apr. 2025
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However, those areas were closed again on April 7 after failing another inspection.—
Stephanie Lam,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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Horsetail is a great option for travelers with accessibility concerns, while those who want more can hike to Upper Horsetail Falls and see the cave that’s tucked behind the curtain of water.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Healthcare, industrials, and technology sectors also saw better earnings growth rates last week.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Financial success often creates opportunities for broader, more impactful goals—ones that may not have been considered at the outset.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Still, for all the support HBCUs provide, there are often limits on affirming expression and identity that might be considered subversive, or fall outside of a heteronormative framework.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
24 Apr. 2025
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Why is broadening this perspective to more languages and cultures important?—
Reece Rogers,
Wired News,
23 Apr. 2025
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Volunteering can also bring diverse perspectives to the table that a nonprofit might have otherwise missed out on.—
Turcois Ominek,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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