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as in beliefs
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
a number of voters expressed the opinion that all politicians, regardless of party affiliation, are corrupt
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as in decisions
a position arrived at after consideration
after reviewing the evidence, the athletic board came to the opinion that the team be disqualified for recruiting violations
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Recent Examples of opinions
In 2016, the Hilton took over and revamped it with colonial Art Deco stylings and a random faux dinosaur skeleton that divided opinions.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
Broward residents did an amazing job contacting officials and voicing their opinions.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 14 Mar. 2026
The President listens to a host of opinions from his talented national security team and ultimately makes decisions based on what is best for our country and national security.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
Thirty years of Republican dominance give the GOP runoff winner the inside track to lead the office, which represents the state in civil lawsuits, enforces child support laws and provides influential legal opinions that can guide state policy.
—Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
—Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
The Arkansas Supreme Court released opinions Thursday.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Mar. 2026
Let’s hear the opinions of the Daily News.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
Broward residents did an amazing job contacting officials and voicing their opinions.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 14 Mar. 2026
The President listens to a host of opinions from his talented national security team and ultimately makes decisions based on what is best for our country and national security.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
Thirty years of Republican dominance give the GOP runoff winner the inside track to lead the office, which represents the state in civil lawsuits, enforces child support laws and provides influential legal opinions that can guide state policy.
—Philip Jankowski
austin Bureau, Dallas Morning News, 13 Mar. 2026
All opinions expressed by the CNBC Pro contributors are solely their opinions and do not reflect the opinions of CNBC, or its parent company or affiliates, and may have been previously disseminated by them on television, radio, internet or another medium.
—Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
The Arkansas Supreme Court released opinions Thursday.
—Arkansas Online, 13 Mar. 2026
Let’s hear the opinions of the Daily News.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opinions
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Teach your child to respect differing beliefs among friends and family members during the holiday.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
9 Mar. 2026
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Large language models are trained to be helpful and agreeable, often validating a user’s beliefs or emotions.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Too often, advisory bodies provide feedback after decisions have already been made rather than helping shape them from the beginning.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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But the quality of the data that underpins many sourcing decisions could use a glow-up.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2026
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The attack illustrated the care news outlets must take in reporting during wartime, and the responsibilities of American journalists to report the perspective of countries its government views as enemies.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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The rooms Quiet luxury is the name of the game at Amanyara and the resort consists of one-to-two bedroom pavilions and three-to-six bedroom villas, each surrounded by forest, with park or ocean views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Motive is under investigation Authorities have stopped short of drawing firm conclusions about why the synagogue was targeted.—
Nouran Salahieh,
CNN Money,
14 Mar. 2026
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Williams disagrees with the DOE's conclusions.—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Stratt needs the world’s best minds at her disposal, and Grace is one of them.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Often described during his time in Congress as one of the upper chamber’s most independent minds, Manchin expressed sweeping concern that Cornyn recently flip-flopped on the long-standing Senate maneuver, which is designed to force a spirit of open debate and compromise.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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By returning the guilty verdicts late Tuesday, the six-person jury concluded that the blog posts amounted to threats and Boyne intended them to be so.—
Edmund H. Mahony,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Those cases were left to juries, which returned life verdicts.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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And, in fact, feelings of pride in our nation, per Gallup polling released last June, are at an all-time low.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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How Nicotine Affects the Body Nicotine is a highly addictive stimulant that prompts the brain’s reward center to release the neurotransmitter dopamine, triggering feelings of pleasure and improving mood.—
Erica Sweeney,
EverydayHealth.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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That has prevented people with disabilities from speedy federal determinations that can provide money and support through life-altering circumstances.—
Paul Flahive,
Austin American Statesman,
11 Mar. 2026
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Federal immigration law removes federal district courts from reviewing immigration determinations and limits the scope of what federal appeals courts may review after an immigration case has made its way through immigration courts.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Opinions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opinions. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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