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.
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Jackie Hajdenberg,
Sun Sentinel,
22 June 2026
David Schwimmer echoed those sentiments, describing Burrows as a mentor and father figure.
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ABC News,
20 June 2026
Reza’s sentiments are echoed by other Iranians who spoke to CNN.
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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.
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Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
18 June 2026
Reynolds also shared similar sentiments in an interview with TMZ.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Greg Rosenstein,
NBC news,
15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sentiments
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Pets can have a positive impact on our mood by reducing feelings of anxiety and sadness.
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And second, showing up alone can create some feelings of anxiety even for the most outgoing people.
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Public debate over Naperville’s energy future has been heated, with dozens of residents voicing their opinions at council meetings.
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While dramatic predictions make for compelling television by creating clear opposing views, investors need actionable strategies, not just opinions.
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Talk about a whirlwind of emotions.
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If emotions rise, pause to name the concern, then restate the common goal so the discussion shifts from blame toward practical steps and timelines everyone trusts.
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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.
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Greenspan embraced some of her beliefs and paid tribute to her in his 2007 memoir.
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After Korten’s shimmering, intimate Emahoy-esque piano intro, the quartet sounds tame and subdued, mostly playing off sparse block chords and swung hi-hats.
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Hammett plunged guitar-first into the audience, who helped him back onto the stage with only a few chords missed.
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In the absence of an official investigation, the incident last September has been magnified, and perhaps embellished, in the minds of veterans living on the campus, a community defined by the vulnerability of physical disability, substance use and trauma.
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Le Cren’s interviews with team members and coaches consistently hit home how sports competition strengthens bodies and minds to bring out the best in people — confidence, cooperation, leadership, skills and tenacity.
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Hike, walk, run or bike the flat trails at Cochran Shoals, with beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River, plenty of woods and marshes to explore, and a few 5K training loops.
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Though the snowcapped mountain landscapes are quite visible from just about any of the estate’s rooms—including the six bedrooms and great room with high ceilings and a fireplace—the views are best from this particular terrace.
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“Sentiments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sentiments. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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