vantage point

noun

Definition of vantage pointnext
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 Kim, the cinematographer, shot the café scene from Ye-ji’s vantage point, straight on Mi-ok, then vice versa. — E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026 Also on the premises are a striking one-bedroom cabin clad entirely in redwood, an outdoor movie pavilion, and sweeping mountain and city lights views from every vantage point. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 That puts him at an interesting vantage point as AI drives a significant new investment cycle. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026 Either way, grab a seat and enjoy the views of the White River National Forest from Rita’s vantage point. — Mindy Sink, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vantage point
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  1. perspective
  2. viewpoint
  3. outlook
Noun
  • Warner can explain the game from the quarterback’s perspective, while Kelce spent his career dealing with everything happening directly in front of the quarterback.
    — Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026
  • What readers are saying The comments reflect a wide range of perspectives on retirement, emphasizing the importance of personal circumstances and priorities.
    — John Csiszar, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of perspective
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  • The filmmakers say their goal is to humanize community members with different viewpoints.
    — Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Detractors attacked the moment with glee, but that viewpoint ends up being shortsighted.
    — Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of viewpoint
Noun
  • Their session will look at the state of the global film landscape and the outlook for theatrical and streaming distribution, along with ways to deepen cross-border partnerships.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The outlook for that contest going ahead in Saudi Arabia has been thrown into doubt by the kingdom’s involvement in the war in Yemen against Houthi militias.
    — Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of outlook

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“Vantage point.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vantage%20point. Accessed 19 Oct. 2026.

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