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as in viewpoints
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 perspectives
Almost a decade ago, ahead of his 80th birthday and a major exhibition of his works, friends and fans of David Hockney shared their perspectives on one of the world’s most popular artists in British Vogue.
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Vogue, 12 June 2026
Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colman Domingo, and David Koepp share their perspectives on the ending of Disclosure Day.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 12 June 2026
Over 150 readers responded, and a handful agreed to share their perspectives publicly.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Travel opportunities, across the state, the country and the globe, provide chances to learn new ideas and perspectives, contributing to a worldview that can shape paths moving forward.
—Neeli Bendapudi, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Kenneth Thornton, a Harlem resident who works in hospitality, said the range of perspectives is what makes the group meaningful.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Originally from Alexandria, Virginia, Sofia is excited to explore new stories and perspectives in the Baltimore area.
—Molly Fellin Spence, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
Each offered their perspectives on Claiborne’s potential.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Vogue, 12 June 2026
Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colman Domingo, and David Koepp share their perspectives on the ending of Disclosure Day.
—Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 June 2026
Get the facts behind the news, plus analysis from multiple perspectives.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 12 June 2026
Over 150 readers responded, and a handful agreed to share their perspectives publicly.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Travel opportunities, across the state, the country and the globe, provide chances to learn new ideas and perspectives, contributing to a worldview that can shape paths moving forward.
—Neeli Bendapudi, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Kenneth Thornton, a Harlem resident who works in hospitality, said the range of perspectives is what makes the group meaningful.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Originally from Alexandria, Virginia, Sofia is excited to explore new stories and perspectives in the Baltimore area.
—Molly Fellin Spence, Baltimore Sun, 29 May 2026
Each offered their perspectives on Claiborne’s potential.
—Alec Lewis, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for perspectives
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With the deepfake storyline, for example, Stella (Greta Lee) and Alex’s different viewpoints are pitted against one another, reflecting the real world conversations people are having about AI’s use in society.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
10 June 2026
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Even the mere existence of alternative viewpoints can feel threatening to some people with firm beliefs.—
Daryl Van Tongeren,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
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Following his arrest, Vishnevski told the outlet an agent with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had questioned him about his views on Ukraine and any associations with its citizens.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.—
Isabella Backman,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
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While a host of fashion companies have charged into spring, reporting solid or very solid growth last quarter and raising their outlooks, the ripple effects of the war with Iran have PVH signaling some caution.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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The formation of El Niño is forecast to lead to a busier-than-normal hurricane season in the Pacific and possibly a slightly below-normal season in the Atlantic basin, according to seasonal forecast outlooks.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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There, golden bamboo is freshly planted, new curvilinear furniture is featured, high tea is served and Mount Fuji can be spied in the jaw-dropping panoramas on clear days.—
Carrie Bell,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Passengers can expect jaw-dropping scenery throughout the journey, from towering evergreens and pristine glacial lakes to panoramas of the Rocky Mountains.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Perspectives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/perspectives. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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