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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Prime viewing The Rams have a league-high seven games in primetime, which is understandable with reigning MVP Matthew Stafford in the closing stretch of his career and coach Sean McVay still at the top of his game. Jeff Howe, New York Times, 15 May 2026 The partnership aims to create quality low-cost programming for both linear television and mobile-first viewing. Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 14 May 2026 At The Travelers, while there are VIP and private spots, the majority of the viewing is for all, and that includes five separate venues where those holding simple ground passes can sit in chairs and suites like VIPs do. Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 14 May 2026 The first public viewing is scheduled for Thursday afternoon at The Battery Atlanta before the trophy is moved inside Truist Park during the Braves game. Christopher Harris, CBS News, 14 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 18 May. 2026.

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