standpoint
noun
stand·point
ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 
: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged
Examples of standpoint in a Sentence
From an economic standpoint, the policy is sound.
I never thought about it from that standpoint before.
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Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
From the defense standpoint, the primary goal is to frame her as the mastermind by attacking her credibility.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026
But also from a ratings standpoint, airing sports out of sports isn’t a bad strategy.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
From a writer’s standpoint, objects — especially antiques — carry history, personal connections, and clues, and can even serve as catalysts.
—Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for standpoint
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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standpoint. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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standpoint
noun
stand·point
ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint
: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged
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