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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
The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.
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Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
On Reddit, users shared mixed opinions about Bella's breed.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Before the game, former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett and Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy had differing opinions about the recent blockbuster trade that landed Dallas two first-round picks and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark in exchange for Parsons.
—Jon MacHota, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
In addition, any opinions and assumptions expressed herein are made as of the date of this communication and are subject to change and/or withdrawal without notice.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
Provides others with the opportunity to voice their opinions on processes and procedures.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Democrats have driven some of the shift, but favorable opinions of capitalism have fallen among independents as well.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
The poll found that age also appears to shape opinions on immigration.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2025
The Baltimore Sun reader poll is an unscientific survey in which website users volunteer their opinions on the subject of the poll.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 15 Mar. 2025
Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
On Reddit, users shared mixed opinions about Bella's breed.
—Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
Before the game, former Cowboys coach Jason Garrett and Pro Football Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy had differing opinions about the recent blockbuster trade that landed Dallas two first-round picks and Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark in exchange for Parsons.
—Jon MacHota, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
In addition, any opinions and assumptions expressed herein are made as of the date of this communication and are subject to change and/or withdrawal without notice.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 8 Sep. 2025
Provides others with the opportunity to voice their opinions on processes and procedures.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Democrats have driven some of the shift, but favorable opinions of capitalism have fallen among independents as well.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2025
The poll found that age also appears to shape opinions on immigration.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2025
The Baltimore Sun reader poll is an unscientific survey in which website users volunteer their opinions on the subject of the poll.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 15 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opinions
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O'Dell pleaded guilty earlier this year to arson, damage to religious property and obstruction of persons in the free exercise of religious beliefs.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The sentencing comes months after O’Dell, a Temple native, pleaded guilty to three charges — arson, damage to religious property and obstruction of persons in the free exercise of religious beliefs — in April.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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As part of the newsroom, all of Everett’s work and coverage decisions are overseen solely by Journal Sentinel editors.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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When inquiring about a networking organization, understanding the differences among the most prominent categories could further inform a business owner’s decisions.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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There’s a 76-mile river route open to kayaking and canoeing, and camping spots provide perfect access to the views.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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That is not to say one approach is better or worse than another; rather, even the most scientific approach might still not provide unequivocal conclusions.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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But Berry did not draw conclusions about whose values were ultimately right.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Therapists have a big part to play in keeping human minds healthy and sound, especially during the outstretched Wild West adoption of contemporary AI.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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New tight ends coach/passing game coordinator Thomas Brown and wide receivers coach Todd Downing are longtime coaching veterans with experience working under other top offensive minds like McDaniels.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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In a statement to USA TODAY, one of Combs’ attorneys, Erica Wolff, said the jury’s not-guilty verdicts undermine the validity of the civil claims.—
Gina Barton,
USA Today,
7 Sep. 2025
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Trials make disputes public, and jury trials allow citizens to debate the issues and return verdicts that reflect their community.—
Richard Lorren Jolly,
The Conversation,
5 Sep. 2025
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Decades of research show that fans have wider friendship networks, stronger feelings of belonging, and less alienation.—
Todd Rogers,
Time,
4 Sep. 2025
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The band recorded the final tracks live in a communal setting to contrast the initial feelings of seclusion.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
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Others said Trump should be afforded a new trial due to errors in the trial judge's determinations.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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In the following days, Pulte has made multiple comments on social media accusing Cook of crimes and calling for her prosecution, unusual steps during an ongoing investigation before any formal determinations of wrongdoing.—
Alexander Mallin,
ABC News,
4 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Opinions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opinions. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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