as in to reflect
to make a statement of one's opinion
the food critic opined that the restaurant's fare was something that one might serve a dog—if one didn't like dogs
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Recent Examples of opine
What the residents are saying Clasping her hands together, Yolanda Lopez milled about the edge of a crowd of her neighbors, who opined on the morning’s proceedings.
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
The study authors opine that future research could focus on refining this technique for various materials to gain deeper insights into the physics governing light–matter interactions.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2025
Bothwell opined that Kalonymus has maintained a low profile while awaiting the results of SB 79 because its passage would strengthen the project’s prospects.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
The two then continued opining about their other favorite Swift albums, specifically shouting out the singer’s Folklore and Evermore in the process.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
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Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
The study authors opine that future research could focus on refining this technique for various materials to gain deeper insights into the physics governing light–matter interactions.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2025
Bothwell opined that Kalonymus has maintained a low profile while awaiting the results of SB 79 because its passage would strengthen the project’s prospects.
—Steven Mihailovich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025
The two then continued opining about their other favorite Swift albums, specifically shouting out the singer’s Folklore and Evermore in the process.
—Stephen Daw, Billboard, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opine
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The infectious energy and Justin Bieber-style appeal of 25-year-old country hitmaker Bailey Zimmerman was not reflected in the CMA nominations.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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With contributions across disciplines, the legends featured in the pages of WWD over the decades let their passion fuel innovation, shaping and evolving brand legacies and the industry to reflect the times while leaving an indelible mark.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Campus police declined to comment when reached by USA TODAY.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Patel’s office declined to comment on the letter.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Raising Hope actress also remarked on the cult status of The Goonies.—
Daysia Tolentino,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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At the ceremony, Devonshire remarked on the significant fact that two Indigenous women won the CMPA’s film producer awards for the first time in the event’s history.—
Jennie Punter,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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Unless otherwise noted, all stats are tailored to redraft, half-PPR, 1-QB leagues, and ADPs are via Fantasy Football Calculator.—
Jacob Robinson,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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However, Fazio notes that some vitamin supplementation, like with iron, should only be used in specific cases and otherwise avoided unless clearly indicated by a professional.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
6 Sep. 2025
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Kaivan Shroff, a 2024 delegate for Harris, said the former vice president has the right to tell the story of her campaign, as does Biden, who has conducted a few interviews and speeches since leaving office.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Cox said there was no information leading authorities to believe there was a second person involved.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Opine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opine. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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