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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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
Interstitial images of spectacularly wooded hills, forests, foliage, the Housatonic River, and other vistas punctuate the movie throughout, in cinematography (by Rafael Palacio Illingworth) that beholds them as plain wonders, the face of the world.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2025
So now behold the next Terrance Gore: Tyler Tolbert.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Falco is something to behold, for sure, but that character and that performance only work so well because of the work Merritt Wever, as Nurse Zoey, is doing alongside her.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
Just his genuine curiosity was great to behold and be a part of.
—Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 18 Apr. 2025
So now behold the next Terrance Gore: Tyler Tolbert.
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Falco is something to behold, for sure, but that character and that performance only work so well because of the work Merritt Wever, as Nurse Zoey, is doing alongside her.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 21 Apr. 2025
Just his genuine curiosity was great to behold and be a part of.
—Jim Ryan, Forbes.com, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for behold
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Barnett is best known for his participation in the first season of Love Island USA, which premiered in 2019.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
20 May 2025
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On May 9, a swarm of what are believed to be Africanized honey bees, also known as killer bees, attacked and killed three horses in Comanche, Texas, just about 50 miles southeast of Eastland.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Some people may notice improvements in six to eight weeks, but others may not see any changes until 12 weeks.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
22 May 2025
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But the company said shoppers may still see price hikes as early as July.—
Serenah McKay,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
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To understand what’s at stake amid the NNSA’s workforce woes, USA TODAY interviewed current and former agency officials and reviewed decades of watchdog reports, safety records and other official documents.—
Davis Winkie,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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The realtor also pulled permits to help determine a timeline of events to understand when some of the damage occurred.—
Meredith Wilshere,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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Dempsey-Beggs’ boss noticed her nervousness and pulled her aside, asking what the alarm was.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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He's also noticed that workers often shovel coal in bouts, working hard in teams of two or three, and then all taking breaks together.—
Jonathan Lambert,
NPR,
18 May 2025
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The university is systematically revising curricula to embed AI across disciplines, recognizing both student demand and workforce needs.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Jones detailed that a toe tap allows a hitter to create space and recognize a pitch better.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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Tyler eyed the bright orange sun, which was starting to peak over the mountains.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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Still, Pritzker's balancing act—managing a blue state in the heartland with challenges ranging from crime to affordability while also eyeing a national platform—remains fraught.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 May 2025
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For traders focused on events, comprehending these historical trends might provide a potential advantage.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Anyone who’s attempted to read a paper map while navigating traffic understands the dangers of trying to comprehend the full picture mid-journey.—
Mike Caulfield,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
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Earlier this month, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce was seen in New York City for an American Eagle photoshoot, reports said, and he was spotted in sporty white apparel.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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Noble said drivers need to share the road and be on the lookout for motorcycles that can be tougher to spot.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
15 May 2025
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“Behold.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/behold. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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