as in commented
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 opined
But the judge opined that he was being asked to substitute his own judgment for the governor’s.
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Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
But the notable clue came seconds later, when Wingard opined on how Lawrence, 26, has benefited from Coen and staff’s coaching.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Dec. 2025
The Sacramento Bee’s editorial board opined that the future of the California State Fair could be contingent on a move down the calendar.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Dec. 2025
The Pulp Fiction filmmaker listed Paul Thomas Anderson's 2007 oil drama as his fifth-favorite movie of the 21st century, but opined that one person is holding it back from claiming the first or second slot on his best-of-the-century list.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Dec. 2025
Pressed to find out exactly where the show faltered, Mangan opined that perhaps the sheer amount of talent behind the camera stopped anyone from steering this Hindenburg on course.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
The outlet also opined that someone who is brought into a business venture because of their loyalty to MAGA could feel more pressure to remain loyal.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The clutch gene is a real thing, opined Murray, even if the quarterback doesn’t always throw the prettiest ball.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Others promise salacious details of a life that people have watched and opined on from a distance but never had actual access to.
—Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 3 Oct. 2025
Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
But the notable clue came seconds later, when Wingard opined on how Lawrence, 26, has benefited from Coen and staff’s coaching.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Dec. 2025
The Sacramento Bee’s editorial board opined that the future of the California State Fair could be contingent on a move down the calendar.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 15 Dec. 2025
The Pulp Fiction filmmaker listed Paul Thomas Anderson's 2007 oil drama as his fifth-favorite movie of the 21st century, but opined that one person is holding it back from claiming the first or second slot on his best-of-the-century list.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Dec. 2025
Pressed to find out exactly where the show faltered, Mangan opined that perhaps the sheer amount of talent behind the camera stopped anyone from steering this Hindenburg on course.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
The outlet also opined that someone who is brought into a business venture because of their loyalty to MAGA could feel more pressure to remain loyal.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
The clutch gene is a real thing, opined Murray, even if the quarterback doesn’t always throw the prettiest ball.
—Seth Emerson, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Others promise salacious details of a life that people have watched and opined on from a distance but never had actual access to.
—Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opined
Verb
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Australian Open officials have not commented on Osaka’s withdrawal Saturday.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
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Though no Warriors players or coaches have publicly commented on the situation Saturday in Minneapolis, others in the NBA community have.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Vinny Uncle just remarked on how fast the car went.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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Colleagues were said to have remarked on his uncanny ability to connect with crew — a respect earned through the way his career evolved in the industry.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The song reflected growing up with little in Sevierville, Tennessee and life in the Appalachian area, something that was important to Parton to incorporate into her story as her star rose.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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That approach aligns with a shift reflected in new guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics.—
Meg Oliver,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Lopez noted that wheels had been added to the bottom of the gate, allowing for easier movement in and out of the park.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Police noted that the investigation is still ongoing.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Opined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opined. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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