as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
I never thought about it from that standpoint before
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Recent Examples of standpoint
From a defensive standpoint, his versatility is real.
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Cj Moore, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Connecting Insight With Programmatic Action From a programmatic standpoint, this is the tip of the iceberg for utility CIOs to leverage specific program funding aimed at managing shiftable loads and improving efficiencies.
—Abhay Gupta, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
From a creative standpoint, that was very much about pushing it a little bit.
—Clarissa Brooks, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025
From a technological standpoint, a space mission must usually complete three functions.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
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Cj Moore, New York Times, 20 June 2025
Connecting Insight With Programmatic Action From a programmatic standpoint, this is the tip of the iceberg for utility CIOs to leverage specific program funding aimed at managing shiftable loads and improving efficiencies.
—Abhay Gupta, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
From a creative standpoint, that was very much about pushing it a little bit.
—Clarissa Brooks, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025
From a technological standpoint, a space mission must usually complete three functions.
—ArsTechnica, 11 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for standpoint
Recent Examples of Synonyms for standpoint
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Lopez is also eligible for a no-trade clause from the Bucks, which makes no sense from Milwaukee’s perspective but would be objectively hilarious.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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The new moon in Cancer on June 25 brings fresh energy and emotional perspective to a creative muse or perhaps even a romantic interest, so don’t be afraid to put yourself out there.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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Much of this progress is supported by leadership focused on restoring viewpoint diversity and protecting academic freedom.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
21 June 2025
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Yet even this political junket, which took place in 1978, couldn’t hide a cruel, violent truth from its guests, the unfolding of which Panh is as adept at depicting from the viewpoint of an increasingly horrified visitor as from that of a long-scarred victim.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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That outlook could worsen still — including for the state’s health programs — if federal cuts to Medicaid and food assistance are signed into law.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
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However, players who want to earn the most money possible during their NBA careers should be open to taking shorter-term contracts given the salary-cap outlook over the next few years.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standpoint. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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