as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
who started the argument apparently depends on your vantage point
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Recent Examples of vantage point
From our hilltop vantage point, San Juan del Sur unfurled below, leading to a large swath of sandy beach and a glittering ocean.
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Because our vantage point was more relatable, every exec who had to sign off on the script — which seemed like all of them — had notes.
—Hal Rubenstein, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2025
Urban residents may want to seek local parks or other open areas to get the best vantage point.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
What’s The Best Way To See The Northern Lights?
NOAA recommends traveling to an unobstructed, north-facing and high vantage point away from light pollution to see the northern lights, which the agency said are best seen between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time.
—Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2025
Because our vantage point was more relatable, every exec who had to sign off on the script — which seemed like all of them — had notes.
—Hal Rubenstein, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2025
Urban residents may want to seek local parks or other open areas to get the best vantage point.
—Kate Nalepinski, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 June 2025
What’s The Best Way To See The Northern Lights?
NOAA recommends traveling to an unobstructed, north-facing and high vantage point away from light pollution to see the northern lights, which the agency said are best seen between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time.
—Ty Roush, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vantage point
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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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“Vantage point.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vantage%20point. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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