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 sector standpoint, leisure and hospitality posted the biggest gain, adding 27,000 jobs.
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
Still, from a safety and efficacy standpoint, said Porter, the tests were successful.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2025
Howard said the Chiefs were confident that Bassa would be able to flourish in defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s scheme from both a mental and athletic standpoint.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2025
And just from a team standpoint, just getting football players.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2025
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 30 Apr. 2025
Still, from a safety and efficacy standpoint, said Porter, the tests were successful.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2025
Howard said the Chiefs were confident that Bassa would be able to flourish in defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo’s scheme from both a mental and athletic standpoint.
—Jesse Newell, Kansas City Star, 26 Apr. 2025
And just from a team standpoint, just getting football players.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for standpoint
Noun
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But ultimately, being a father has irrevocably improved Martin’s perspective on life.—
Karla Marie Sanford,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2025
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From the perspective of an investor, this resembles a business where control completely subordinates performance.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
Noun
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From a fundamental viewpoint, Deere & Company holds a current market capitalization of $134 billion.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is committed to social justice and helping migrants, according to those who know him, mirroring the viewpoints of his predecessor, Pope Francis, who Trump feuded with over his hardline immigration polices during his first time.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Meanwhile, the almanac will release its fall outlook later this summer, continuing its role as a traditional guide for seasonal expectations across the country.—
Jordan King,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 May 2025
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That’s why teams that stood pat last year, found free agents too expensive, or refused to allow payroll to be subject to a luxury tax may have a different outlook this fall.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/standpoint. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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