1
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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2
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
Smith also writes of beholding El Omrane, by the Swiss artist Helmut Federle.
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Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
For more proof that sage and army are a match made in color-heaven, behold the synchronicity of Ossou’s denim and Frame’s sage leather shirt.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2026
Lo and behold, the stock market didn’t keep soaring.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
The whiplash is something to behold.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
For more proof that sage and army are a match made in color-heaven, behold the synchronicity of Ossou’s denim and Frame’s sage leather shirt.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2026
Lo and behold, the stock market didn’t keep soaring.
—Steven Greenhut, Oc Register, 24 Apr. 2026
The whiplash is something to behold.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for behold
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Local teachers and administrators know the needs of their children best.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The difficulty isn’t so much with what’s unknown as with what’s known.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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The victim, who hails from the same town as Wick, had also come to see the show and was hanging out with the rapper beforehand at a party in Wick’s nearby rental, the affidavit said.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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These events reverberate around the world, especially among Jews who see themselves as being part of a transnational community.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
7 May 2026
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When told of his dismissal, Morey was surprised and expressed disappointment but was understanding.—
Tony Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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But, ultimately, at the very top, presidents and provosts are going to have to understand that expertise is their mission.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
12 May 2026
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This year, though, some teammates have noticed Brunson using his voice more.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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On my visits home, my mother might at first pretend not to notice me.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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Retailers that effectively deploy AI in their physical stores recognize the human elements at the core of the in-person shopping experience.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Now, just two years into that career, Ifill is being recognized with an Excellence in Nursing award as part of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s annual Celebrating Nurses program.—
Nancy Badertscher,
AJC.com,
7 May 2026
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The Weiss family, which founded Mel’s Drive-In diner in 1947, had been eyeing the property for years and signed a lease in 2016.—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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Another director is being sought for this film, which is eying an early 2027 start of shooting date.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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The Texas chapter, led by Collins, is dedicated to providing everyday citizens with the necessary insight and structure to comprehend policies discussed in local decision-making.—
William Jones,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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Even for scientists who study these kinds of disasters, the awe-inducing destruction and power of the Tracy Arm mega-tsunami is hard for the human brain to comprehend.—
Ella Nilsen,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Quinn said the confrontation began when surveillance personnel spotted what appeared to be a weapon.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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Here's everything to know about the International Space Station, and how to spot it from Earth before the aging outpost is retired and deorbited in the years ahead.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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“Behold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behold. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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