as in to consider
to think of in a particular way
you could call the comment mean-spirited, but I do not look on it that way at all
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Mike Post The Emmy-winning musician, composer, arranger and producer is widely considered the most successful composer in television history.—
Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 10 June 2025
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The practices once reserved for the Baloch, considered lesser citizens, are now expanding to other parts of Pakistan.—
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Discussion about dismissing juror No. 6 began last week after the prosecution pointed out inconsistencies in statements regarding his residency.—
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Investors may also have concerns regarding Honda’s long-term outlook.—
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Congress might also call on President Biden to ban TikTok under the IEEPA.—
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Kia customers can also call customer care at 1-800-333-4542 or check out owners.kia.com/us/en/kia-owner-portal.html.—
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Those viewing at home needed detailed spreadsheets, some running 50 pages or more, to keep track of things.—
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Every turn reveals a new house or homestay, some with bird viewing areas set up in the backyard.—
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Pollen counts inflame nasal passages, boosting snoring and overnight awakenings.—
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That's not even counting his own impact on the ground, rushing for 630 yards and 14 touchdowns.—
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Critics have voiced concern over suicide contagion, a phenomenon where increased exposure to suicide is believed to trigger suicidal behavior in others, and what the legislation means for the deaths of patients struggling with depression.—
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Sixty percent of participants believe the state is generally going in the wrong direction with three in four respondents anticipating bad economic times statewide over the next year.—
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In the meantime, the changing guidance has left many workers feeling uneasy, with some failing to show up to job sites for fear of being arrested and subject to deportation proceedings.—
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How to avoid sky-high interest charges Only consumers who carry a balance from month to month feel the pain of high APRs.—
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What anybody thinks about you is none of your business.—
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For schools and service providers, this means thinking beyond enrollment.—
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“Look (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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