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as in scanned
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition)
I'll have to view all of the evidence before making a decision
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as in noticed
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
viewed the latest changes and approved them
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Recent Examples of viewed
In early 2024, chief selector George Bailey effectively said Renshaw was viewed as the seventh-best batter in the country, having been in the 2023 Ashes squad for the opening two games.
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Sam Dalling, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
On the House side, Republicans have refused to budge on hashing out another deal viewed more favorably by Democrats.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
The speech was viewed by many as unusually political for a sitting justice.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 6 Oct. 2025
For decades, weightlifting was viewed as the domain of bodybuilders, powerlifters, or young athletes.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
However, not everyone viewed it with the same support.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Artists doing covers of other singers’ songs can be viewed in many ways.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2025
Even the most well-meaning fans can be fickle and entitled at times, especially when someone else’s emotions are viewed merely as a means of accessing, or escaping, their own.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2025
Similarly, corporations in the real world can be viewed as immortal, nonbiological organisms driven to grow, consume resources, and protect themselves.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 29 Sep. 2025
Sam Dalling, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
On the House side, Republicans have refused to budge on hashing out another deal viewed more favorably by Democrats.
—Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
The speech was viewed by many as unusually political for a sitting justice.
—Samantha Riedel, Them., 6 Oct. 2025
For decades, weightlifting was viewed as the domain of bodybuilders, powerlifters, or young athletes.
—Lauryn Higgins, Time, 6 Oct. 2025
However, not everyone viewed it with the same support.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Artists doing covers of other singers’ songs can be viewed in many ways.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2025
Even the most well-meaning fans can be fickle and entitled at times, especially when someone else’s emotions are viewed merely as a means of accessing, or escaping, their own.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2025
Similarly, corporations in the real world can be viewed as immortal, nonbiological organisms driven to grow, consume resources, and protect themselves.
—Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 29 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viewed
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Two innings later, after third baseman Manny Machado drew a leadoff walk against Boyd, Merrill scanned the scoreboard and the situation.—
Dennis Lin,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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It will be required for all non-EU nationals heading to Europe for a short stay, but the fingerprints of children below 12 years old will not be scanned.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Dark skies With the fire burning, Blossom of Medstar, noticed the morning's sun disappeared.—
Georgea Kovanis,
Freep.com,
5 Oct. 2025
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Hiro noticed Kerr had a big one on his right ear and a smaller one on his left ear.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
4 Oct. 2025
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Suburban communities, including Wauwatosa, Brookfield and New Berlin, have considered a wheel tax to raise revenue for city services.—
Vanessa Swales,
jsonline.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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Penn State’s season turns into a nightmare This is an unfathomable result for the Nittany Lions, who just eight days ago were considered national championship contenders.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
5 Oct. 2025
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Fortunately for San Francisco, it was reported during the game's broadcast that Winters had been examined in the locker room and then returned to the field.—
Robert Marvi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The congressional investigation has also examined allegations of information suppression between intelligence agencies and between the executive branch and Congress.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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You've been spotted walking a mystery dog in Florida.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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See all the celebrities spotted out and about below.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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Tesla is still regarded by the Chinese as a premium brand, and its Model 3, at around $33,000, is pricier than comparable Chinese makes such as the Xiaomi SU7 sedan at $30,400.—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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First-base coach Paco Figueroa is highly regarded within the organization.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Oct. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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The trees were cut down, sawed in half, hollowed out and tied back together for the musicians to use.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Aug. 2025
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Fanatics shared the moment Tennessee Titans first overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward, saw Brady pop up on the screen to give him some wise words.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Viewed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewed. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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