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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
to anyone who beholds the immense complexity of life on earth
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as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I opened the window blinds and beheld snow everywhere
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Recent Examples of behold
The stunning cinematography, remarkable intimacy, and bravura formal execution of the film are incredible to behold, to say nothing of the music itself, which is absolutely banging.
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Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
While all of them are ravishing to behold, some are every inch as far-fetched as a fox winning an archery tournament or Dave Chappelle becoming the sheriff of a small British city.
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David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
11 June 2026
Head to this oceanfront neighborhood to watch street performers on the iconic Venice Beach Boardwalk, catch flips and tricks at the Venice Skatepark, and check out public art—the Giant Binoculars on Main Street are truly a sight to behold.
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Krista Simmons,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
These vibrant aura nails are a treat to behold.
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Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
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Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
While all of them are ravishing to behold, some are every inch as far-fetched as a fox winning an archery tournament or Dave Chappelle becoming the sheriff of a small British city.
—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
11 June 2026
Head to this oceanfront neighborhood to watch street performers on the iconic Venice Beach Boardwalk, catch flips and tricks at the Venice Skatepark, and check out public art—the Giant Binoculars on Main Street are truly a sight to behold.
—
Krista Simmons,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
These vibrant aura nails are a treat to behold.
—
Ariel Wodarcyk,
InStyle,
2 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for behold
Recent Examples of Synonyms for behold
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It is known to cause neurological problems, convulsions and comas, with children particularly at risk.
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Martin, 36, best known for his career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was selected in August as one of the top-50 players in franchise history as part of the team’s 50th anniversary celebration.
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While many people were surprised to see the warning pop up on their phones, especially those living hundreds of miles from the epicenter, officials say the ShakeAlert system is designed to err on the side of caution.
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She was last seen wearing a black shirt and shorts, police said.
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These reports present your income and spending habits with clean, easy-to-understand visualizations.
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Raised in Rio de Janeiro, Burle Marx understood the country’s abundance as both subject and material.
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Sensors alone are not a cure for such failures, but better measurements can help engineers notice when important details are changing.
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Pryor also noticed that Black students were frequently more hesitant to participate in these conversations.
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The city recognized Grant for his lasting legacy and positive impact on the community.
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Sure, a lot of the mistakes or poor moments in defense can be waved away by recognizing that most of the team’s best defenders were sitting on the bench when the Turks wheeled away in delight with Ayhan’s goal.
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Europe’s largest economy, like many wealthy nations, is eyeing autonomous bots to address its struggling industrial base and aging workforce.
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In any case, chip stocks are down, too, and investors are eying Intel and others with a certain suspicion, at least short-term.
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The scale of Musk’s own net worth is now almost impossible to comprehend, such that, on Monday, SpaceX’s stock rallied, and Musk’s one-day gain was more than the net worth of Bill Gates, once the richest person in the world.
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The Maracana descended into silence at full time, as the nation struggled to comprehend what had happened.
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Within hours, he was spotted on Santa Clara Valley Water District property at Camino Arroyo and Gilman Road.
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The marshals received a tip Tuesday that the man had been spotted at his residence in Meridian, the release said.
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“Behold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behold. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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