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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 opines
Columnist Cameron Smith opines about a less-than-inspiring group of Republican candidates.
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Tacuma Roeback, Nashville Tennessean, 1 Oct. 2025
Angone opines that we Guardsmen were not acquainted with the neighborhoods we were assigned to.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Tacuma Roeback, Nashville Tennessean, 1 Oct. 2025
Angone opines that we Guardsmen were not acquainted with the neighborhoods we were assigned to.
—Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opines
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This emphasis on accountability reflects a broader shift underway in the industry.—
Virginie Berger,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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Express amethyst energy simply with a high-shine plum manicure that reflects the gemstone's beauty.—
Kara Jillian Brown,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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The president, after his morning remarks, will meet with foreign leaders, before participating in a reception with business leaders.—
Sarah Fortinsky,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2026
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During a public city meeting, the council heard from dozens of residents that brought forth remarks both in full support and avid opposition to the downtown government campus redevelopment plan, One Boca.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
20 Jan. 2026
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Others dread a confrontation with that relative who always comments on your child’s weight or engages in other fat-shaming behaviors.—
Dr. Ellen S. Rome,
Boston Herald,
21 Dec. 2025
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In the caption of the post, Holly comments on her brother-in-law's parenting skills.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
26 Nov. 2025
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The United Health Foundation notes that insufficient physical activity is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, certain cancers, dementia, anxiety and depression.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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The affidavit notes the exact time the police downloaded it from a social platform.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Opines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opines. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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