Definition of viewernext
as in observer
someone who sees or watches something viewers of the police videotape are divided in their opinions as to what it actually shows

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Recent Examples of viewer Spend time walking around, snapping photos, or visiting the small interactive museum, ZOOOM, where a short 3D film flies viewers over the mountain range; admission is included in the ticket price. Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026 The European romp does, after all, happen for a reason that is impossible to accept—for viewers as well as for Ava. Judy Berman, Time, 29 May 2026 An early example of internet-viral fame, the then-47-year-old unemployed charity worker from rural Scotland delighted viewers and judges with her powerful, angelic voice and charm. Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 29 May 2026 At its peak, the show reached more than 1 billion viewers weekly. Entertainment Weekly, 29 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewer
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Noun
  • As these political divides deepen, observers doubt the election’s credibility.
    Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 31 May 2026
  • Though the party assembly process isn’t typically representative of the people voting in the full primary election — in which Democrats as well as unaffiliated voters can participate — the event raised eyebrows among political observers.
    Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
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  • Its most recent 54th run was record-breaking, the biggest marathon in history, with 132 countries represented, 59,226 finishers and by far the highest number of spectators in every neighborhood who supported and cheered runners on a route that races through all five boroughs.
    Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
  • The parade draws thousands of spectators who line the street along the route each year.
    CBS New York Team, CBS News, 31 May 2026

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“Viewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewer. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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