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as in viewpoint
a way of looking at or thinking about something
whether she was being rude or candid is all a matter of perspective
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Recent Examples of perspective
Has this experience shifted your perspective?
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Laura Bradley, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2026
From his perspective, producing a good quality wine represents only one dimension of building a sustainable winery.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Expanding one’s perspective is also at the heart of Shinomiya’s story, set in a picturesque town not unlike the one the artist grew up in.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
As a matter of perspective, if the Celtics close 14-14 the rest of the way, the Heat would have to go 21-5 to catch the Celtics, considering Boston already has clinched the season-series tiebreaker.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
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Laura Bradley, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2026
From his perspective, producing a good quality wine represents only one dimension of building a sustainable winery.
—Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 19 Feb. 2026
Expanding one’s perspective is also at the heart of Shinomiya’s story, set in a picturesque town not unlike the one the artist grew up in.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
As a matter of perspective, if the Celtics close 14-14 the rest of the way, the Heat would have to go 21-5 to catch the Celtics, considering Boston already has clinched the season-series tiebreaker.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 18 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for perspective
Noun
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Let new viewpoints calm fears and guide choices.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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Watch the planet parade from one of several viewpoints along the coast, including Herring Cove Beach or the Race Point or Wood End Lighthouses.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Outside,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The bill also includes confidentiality provisions that indicate information on serious reportable events relayed to DIAL by a professional licensing board, as well as any corrective action plans, are to be sealed from public view.—
Clark Kauffman,
Iowa Capital Dispatch,
18 Feb. 2026
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But union leaders disputed the district’s financial framing, arguing that recent state revenue data could alter the outlook.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The medical device maker maintained its full-year outlook, reaffirming that the forecast includes a potential tariff impact of roughly $185 million, unchanged from its prior guidance.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Perspective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perspective. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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