1
as in scanning
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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2
as in noticing
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
viewed the latest changes and approved them
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3
as in considering
to think of in a particular way
I view housework as a necessary evil
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Recent Examples of viewing
Many are choosing to work in more flexible capacities for longer and viewing retirement less as a full stop and more as a transition to new frontiers, including philanthropy, advisory roles, and entrepreneurship.
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Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Citi reiterates buy rating, viewing TI's withdrawal as a 'buying opportunity' With a price target of $235, Citi forecasts a 29% increase.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Disney also says that the Season 22 premiere of Grey’s Anatomy led the series to post a nearly three-year streaming high on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ after one week of viewing (since the show’s Season 19 midseason premiere in February 2023).
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
Haltom, a licensed cosmetologist, had done hair and makeup for a local mortuary, which happened to be ready to offload a viewing casket.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025
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Alex Ohnona, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
Citi reiterates buy rating, viewing TI's withdrawal as a 'buying opportunity' With a price target of $235, Citi forecasts a 29% increase.
—Itzel Franco, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
Disney also says that the Season 22 premiere of Grey’s Anatomy led the series to post a nearly three-year streaming high on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ after one week of viewing (since the show’s Season 19 midseason premiere in February 2023).
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
Haltom, a licensed cosmetologist, had done hair and makeup for a local mortuary, which happened to be ready to offload a viewing casket.
—Elizabeth Hernandez, Denver Post, 16 Oct. 2025
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Kurt's key takeaways Apple's new Preview app in iOS 26 makes editing and scanning documents easier than ever.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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My process involves regularly scanning for stocks achieving new three-month highs.—
David Keller,
CNBC,
16 Oct. 2025
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Speaking of noticing new things, rewatching the film all these years later, fans have discovered that Meredith Blake wasn't exactly the villain she was made out to be.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
20 Oct. 2025
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Start by noticing what naturally draws your eye.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Oct. 2025
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In choosing between the two countries, NASA recommends considering the weather, since overcast skies can all but wreck an eclipse experience.—
Maya Silver,
Outside,
21 Oct. 2025
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Selling each stone individually might be the easiest way for the thieves to sell the jewels, however, considering that law enforcement is on high alert.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
21 Oct. 2025
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Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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Two French law enforcement sources confirmed to ABC News on Thursday that investigators are aware of the video and are reviewing it for clues as part of the investigation.—
Lilia Geho,
ABC News,
24 Oct. 2025
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In his eight wins, all eight have come inside the distance, with only two fights seeing a second round.—
Brett Appley,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Looking forward to seeing Becks on our plane ride home.—
Lydia Mee,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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In the comment section, many people expressed different opinions regarding the seating plan.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Newsweek contacted Bower regarding the messages and the evidence supporting their authenticity, but according to Bower’s Lawfare account, Halligan did not dispute any factual inaccuracies in the report.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The film presents a fresh perspective on the history of American and Japanese relations, exploring how sports serve as a cultural mediator, and examining the bond that baseball forged between the two countries.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
22 Oct. 2025
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Rest of the world is watching Other countries are paying close attention to the drone battles in the Black Sea, drawing lessons and examining whether they can be applied to waters elsewhere.—
Anastasiia Malenko,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Between the timing and Elsbeth spotting a shiny, brand-new replacement for Johnny’s beat-up old harness and carabiner, the jig is up, giving Elsbeth a moment to shine on the set of Raquel’s Behind the Black Veil interview, prosecuting her case in the persona of a reality-show host.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
24 Oct. 2025
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The robot is also capable of spotting the charging spot perfectly in electric vehicles.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Viewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewing. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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