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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
Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 11 Jan. 2026
Their security apparatuses have a distorted view of the threats facing the regime.
—Elizabeth Tsurkov, The Atlantic, 11 Jan. 2026
Alexander Görlach, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2026
Many movie theaters in Los Angeles have these high-quality screens, which can boost box office gross sales more than other theaters that do not offer a premium viewing experience.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2026
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But for an organization that often takes a detached view of talent evaluation and acquisition, this also felt kind of personal, an acknowledgement that intangibles matter.
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In response, democracies must resist the instinct to view this domain solely through a militarized lens.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
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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.—
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Drive the ten-mile Ocean Drive loop, a scenic coastal route lined with rocky coves, Atlantic panoramas, and some of Newport’s most impressive historic estates.—
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But Jennings' liberal attitude toward the airing of his opinions, regardless of their content, almost cost him the job.—
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Lawmakers critical of the military action argue the rationale in the opinion is inadequate for the situation and have demanded that it be made public.—
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There’s not much Fisher Robay in this episode; outside a brief glimpse of Ron overseeing the progress on the mall development, there’s only one scene set at work.—
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This bilingual edition preserves Vilariño’s rhythmic precision and existential intensity, giving readers a rare glimpse into a body of work that continues to resonate far beyond its origins.—
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Because Indiana doesn't require routine vehicle inspections, the truck remained street legal.—
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The scheduled follow-up inspection has not yet occurred.—
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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.—
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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.—
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The Carolina Panthers saw their season come to an end in a way that tugged on all sorts of emotions — after a game that was equal parts thrilling and blissful and heartbreaking.—
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His car was seen arriving shortly before the time the murders were believed to have been committed and left shortly after, according to court documents.—
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If that sounds hyperbolic, consider that Independence offensive coordinator Marlon Barnett has compared Resar to former Penn State tight end Tyler Warren, who was the 14th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.—
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Since the two pieces are such versatile staples, consider this your sign to add similar dress pants and pumps to your own wardrobe.—
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The Niners put Lenoir on the boundary (short) side of the field for this game, breaking with their standard practice of playing him solely on the right side (offensive perspective).—
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Your perspective of the world is a new thing.—
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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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