1
as in feelings
a subjective response to a person, thing, or situation
a sentiment of happiness and goodwill
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2
as in opinions
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge
antiwar sentiments
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Recent Examples of sentiments
Those sentiments have found a champion in Kennedy, who has embraced experimental therapies as part of his broader skepticism of the medical establishment.
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Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
The post generated dozens of comments, with many readers echoing his sentiments.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Text assembled by the playwright Anna Deavere Smith voices the sentiments of past dancers while the current Ailey crew demonstrates its strength.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
McCartney has endured plenty of loss – his mother at 14, Lennon, Harrison and his wife, Linda – so the sentiments feel earned.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
Abdalla had similar sentiments, sharing her excitement for getting to work more closely with her co-star.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
His vows to jump off the top of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium echoed the sentiments of every Florida fanatic from Key West to Pensacola, and Tuesday in the Panhandle, Sumrall once again dropped a one-liner that is sure to be music to the ears of Gator fans who were paying attention.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Steve Evans, the owner of Memphis Maids in Memphis, Tennessee, shares similar sentiments.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
If Buffet sees something in the future, that’s good enough for me and my Pollyannish sentiments over the industry.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Sara Talpos — Undark, STAT, 1 June 2026
The post generated dozens of comments, with many readers echoing his sentiments.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
Text assembled by the playwright Anna Deavere Smith voices the sentiments of past dancers while the current Ailey crew demonstrates its strength.
—Zoë Hopkins, New Yorker, 29 May 2026
McCartney has endured plenty of loss – his mother at 14, Lennon, Harrison and his wife, Linda – so the sentiments feel earned.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 29 May 2026
Abdalla had similar sentiments, sharing her excitement for getting to work more closely with her co-star.
—Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
His vows to jump off the top of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium echoed the sentiments of every Florida fanatic from Key West to Pensacola, and Tuesday in the Panhandle, Sumrall once again dropped a one-liner that is sure to be music to the ears of Gator fans who were paying attention.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 27 May 2026
Steve Evans, the owner of Memphis Maids in Memphis, Tennessee, shares similar sentiments.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 27 May 2026
If Buffet sees something in the future, that’s good enough for me and my Pollyannish sentiments over the industry.
—Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sentiments
Noun
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There is only so much drama to be found in the first 24 hours, and yet some Islanders have already managed to get their feelings hurt, which bodes well for the next six weeks — for us the viewers anyway.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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The Prince and Princess of Wales typically keep their feelings about one another closer to the vest—but the future queen let slip a romantic acknowledgement of her love for her husband at a surprise appearance.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
3 June 2026
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Platner has said his past opinions were due to post-traumatic stress disorder suffered during his time in the military.—
Carter Schroppe,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2026
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Everyone can share their own opinions.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
30 May 2026
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But the aftermath of Nora’s death forces Cal to find a new way forward, and his emotions surrounding his journey to adulthood feel both specific and universal.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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The 22-year-old Wembanyama was emotional, bursting into tears as the final horn blew and again choking back emotions after being named the Most Valuable Player of the WCF.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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Everyone involved returned to a civil state, as activists on both sides settled down to do interviews with media, and some did the interviews right next to the activists of opposing beliefs.—
Jackson Thompson OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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While menopause is undeniably biological, researchers continue exploring how social attitudes, cultural beliefs, and lived experience may influence the way symptoms are perceived and discussed.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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The same ten chords, ten thousand possible videos.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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In reality, it should all be connected — the melody, the chords, the rhythm.—
Don Heckman,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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The scenery was breathtaking, but the thought of the approaching dusk loomed large in our minds.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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This show works to understand how those two minds—both devoted to upending the art market by making work that’s not easily categorizable—entertain certain themes simultaneously.—
Zoë Hopkins,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
Noun
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As the train climbs higher, sweeping mountain and valley views unfold on both sides, and in the colder months, skiers and snowboarders can be seen gliding down the slopes below.—
Lauren David,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
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Other interior highlights included a dedicated library and a primary suite described as a spa-style retreat, complete with a steam shower and — naturally — more lake views.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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“Sentiments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sentiments. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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