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as in viewpoint
a way of looking at or thinking about something
whether she was being rude or candid is all a matter of perspective
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Recent Examples of perspective
Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
25 June 2026
Four albums in, Beatty is still finding new angles through his distinct perspective.
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Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2026
This perspective reflects the worldview of a man who has coached some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
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Clemente Lisi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
From his perspective, whatever happened was easily resolved — but working on a megahit can make matters more vexed.
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Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
25 June 2026
Four albums in, Beatty is still finding new angles through his distinct perspective.
—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
25 June 2026
This perspective reflects the worldview of a man who has coached some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
—
Clemente Lisi,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
From his perspective, whatever happened was easily resolved — but working on a megahit can make matters more vexed.
—
Daniel D'addario,
Variety,
10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for perspective
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perspective
Noun
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Experts disagree on whether the 2023 restriction was justified in the first place, and that piece reflects a critical safety viewpoint, not consensus.
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But a closer reading of Manfred's answer indicates that Major League Baseball has always and will continue to privilege certain viewpoints over others.
Noun
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But a recent poll shows that a majority abroad have a negative view of the country.
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His view comes despite some opinion polls showing the Republican Party has a higher disapproval rating.
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The bank said last week's hawkish Federal Open Market Committee meeting has increased uncertainty over the outlook for short-term interest rates, even as lower oil prices have eased concerns about an economic downturn.
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The 2026 Cambodia Textile Summit last week brought together brands, manufacturers, government officials, labor representatives and development partners at Raffles Hotel Le Royal to discuss the outlook for Cambodia’s garment, footwear and travel goods (GFT) sector.
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“Perspective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perspective. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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