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
There are many reasons for the drop in gold prices, but high interest rates, rising oil prices and changing Federal Reserve sentiments have certainly played a role.
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Aly J Yale, CBS News, 22 June 2026
The Holocaust denier and conspiracy theorist Ian Carroll shared his story and repeated his sentiments about Jews.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
David Schwimmer echoed those sentiments, describing Burrows as a mentor and father figure.
—ABC News, 20 June 2026
Reza’s sentiments are echoed by other Iranians who spoke to CNN.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
That was one of the sentiments that emerged from a salon dinner discussion held Tuesday evening in Beverly Hills with about 20 senior industry insiders.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 18 June 2026
Reynolds also shared similar sentiments in an interview with TMZ.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 18 June 2026
Progressive candidate Elijah Manley echoed Cherfilus-McCormick’s sentiments to the room of about 150 people during a question about voting rights.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
White’s public sentiments helped the Republican in the polls with young men, a demographic that makes up a large percentage of UFC fans.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Aly J Yale, CBS News, 22 June 2026
The Holocaust denier and conspiracy theorist Ian Carroll shared his story and repeated his sentiments about Jews.
—Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
David Schwimmer echoed those sentiments, describing Burrows as a mentor and father figure.
—ABC News, 20 June 2026
Reza’s sentiments are echoed by other Iranians who spoke to CNN.
—Leila Gharagozlou, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
That was one of the sentiments that emerged from a salon dinner discussion held Tuesday evening in Beverly Hills with about 20 senior industry insiders.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 18 June 2026
Reynolds also shared similar sentiments in an interview with TMZ.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 18 June 2026
Progressive candidate Elijah Manley echoed Cherfilus-McCormick’s sentiments to the room of about 150 people during a question about voting rights.
—Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026
White’s public sentiments helped the Republican in the polls with young men, a demographic that makes up a large percentage of UFC fans.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC news, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sentiments
Noun
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Does this man still have feelings for his ex?—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
17 June 2026
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Because Evan is masking his own feelings.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
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Because in a country increasingly divided by social justice causes and their opposing viewpoints, fans increasingly care where their sports teams stand — sometimes to fans' glee or chagrin — depending on whether their opinions agree with that of their teams or leagues.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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The price supposedly settles where those opinions meet.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
Noun
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Governed by the ever-changing moon — associated with emotions, memory, intuition and our most basic needs — this Water sign governs our emotional world, family ties and deepest instincts.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
21 June 2026
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Clinical psychologists Hillary Halpern and Maureen Perry-Jenkins documented that the transition from single life to fatherhood is often accompanied by a roller coaster of emotions.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
Noun
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But Manfred also acknowledged that MLB has tried to avoid putting players in the position of being required to take part in commemorative events that may conflict with their religious beliefs or values.—
Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
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Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
22 June 2026
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Vocals have an offhand nonchalance instead of hogging the spotlight, melodies sneak up on you rather than announce themselves, and the guitars avoid crunchy riffs and overdriven twang in favor of tart rambling and clean supporting chords.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
19 June 2026
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But slowly the strings droop and the chords sour, preparing us for the approach Bjørn will take on the album, which is to play around in beauty and then throw the listener off with striking moments of ugliness.—
Daniel Bromfield,
Pitchfork,
15 June 2026
Noun
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Creating a dynamic and an atmosphere where people feel comfortable speaking, saying what’s on their minds, is the most vital part of a writers’ room.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
19 June 2026
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No, the Belgians aren’t losing their minds.—
Steve Douglas,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Noun
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All suites offer ocean views, with two-bedroom family suites featuring in-suite teepees for kids and baby amenities.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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This article represents the opinions of the authors and does not necessarily reflect the views of their institutions.—
Jocelyn Mitchell-Williams,
STAT,
19 June 2026
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“Sentiments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sentiments. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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