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
This is one reason which led to the fall of other large healthcare unicorns such as Babylon Health and most recently, 23andMe, both multi-billion dollar enterprises in their heyday; many have since opined that both lost their purpose during their meteoric rise.
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Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.d., Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
He was diagnosed with dementia and the doctor opined that AF should not ever independently handle any finances at all.
—Carolyn Rosenblatt, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Langley is in a good position to opine on the rapidly changing entertainment industry, and how things are shaking out between movies and TV.
—Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
When Black folks look back wistfully on the segregated past, and opine about buying Black.
—Sonari Glinton, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, M.d., Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
He was diagnosed with dementia and the doctor opined that AF should not ever independently handle any finances at all.
—Carolyn Rosenblatt, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Langley is in a good position to opine on the rapidly changing entertainment industry, and how things are shaking out between movies and TV.
—Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2025
When Black folks look back wistfully on the segregated past, and opine about buying Black.
—Sonari Glinton, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opine
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With a focus on inclusivity and national unity, these celebrations will bring together communities, organizations, and individuals to reflect on the nation’s journey while looking ahead to the next chapter of its history.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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This competence is rooted in the brand’s history as a pioneer in titanium and ceramic watches and reflected in the choice of Ceratanium® as a case material for two of the new watches.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
2 May 2025
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When reached for comment, the China Film Administration did not immediately respond to Bloomberg’s request, and all four studios declined to comment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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Politics California, other states sue Trump administration to block cuts to AmeriCorps April 29, 2025 Dhillon, a San Francisco attorney, Republican Party insider and conservative pundit, declined to comment when asked by The Times about the senators’ letter.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Andy Taft remarked on the transformative effect the F3 tornado that tore through the city 25 years ago had on the area’s development.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Apr. 2025
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Hanlon also remarked about Trump’s comments on social media.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The number could be even higher − the database notes that several universities did not indicate the amount of visas that had been revoked.—
Jennifer Borresen,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Several tasters noted that this cake had an authentic, buttery taste.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
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Tucked one of my wings, and just... dodged right out of there, said, 'Hell no, brother.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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The child remains in the care and custody of the Office of Refugee Resettlement and was placed with a foster family, the agency said.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Opine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opine. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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