viewing

noun

view·​ing ˈvyü-iŋ How to pronounce viewing (audio)
Synonyms of viewingnext
: an act of seeing, watching, or taking a look
especially : an instance or the practice of watching television

Examples of viewing in a Sentence

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Ironically, this reminiscence preceded my viewing of Remarkably Bright Creatures, the recent Netflix release that seeks to inaugurate a new, regrettable phase in Field’s five-decade-long movie career. Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 30 May 2026 The winning entries will be critiqued by the judge and her comments posted on the association website for public viewing. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026 Atlanta United has announced plans for its Soccer Celebration, a wide-ranging series of activations, art exhibits, live viewings and community events designed to spread the excitement of FIFA World Cup 2026 throughout the city during and after the tournament. Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 28 May 2026 The replay angle that fueled the outrage is also covered in my look at why the finish looks worse on second viewing. Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewing

Word History

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of viewing was in 1535

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“Viewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viewing. Accessed 31 May. 2026.

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