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
This is essential viewing for film fans of all kinds, but especially if your favorites include the likes of The Godfather (1972), Taxi Driver (1976), or Goodfellas (1990).
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James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Apr. 2026
Several people trying to enter the space were barred from where the larger viewing party was held.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Perhaps some of you have thoughts about a correct viewing lineup?
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of viewing diagnosis as a logistical nightmare requiring constant coordination, these novel approaches view it as an approachable procedure.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Apr. 2026
Several people trying to enter the space were barred from where the larger viewing party was held.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Perhaps some of you have thoughts about a correct viewing lineup?
—Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Instead of viewing diagnosis as a logistical nightmare requiring constant coordination, these novel approaches view it as an approachable procedure.
—Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viewing
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Tasks that once required advanced expertise—like scanning code for vulnerabilities or running attacks that require chaining multiple exploits together—are increasingly being automated or semiautomated by AI systems.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
10 Apr. 2026
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Another process that Wen thinks the chip could improve is scanning objects for 3D printing.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
9 Apr. 2026
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The difference between counting down the minutes and barely noticing the time often comes down to what’s in your carry-on.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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For someone noticing early volume loss or fine lines, that endorsement from a Mayo Clinic dermatologist carries real weight.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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State lawmakers are considering several bills to improve California's power storage capabilities and provide financial incentives to utilities for modernization efforts.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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An attorney for Eastman had countered that his client wasn't trying to steal the election but was considering ways to delay electoral vote counting so states could investigate allegations of voting improprieties.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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State attorneys general, including California’s Rob Bonta, are reviewing the deal and may try to block it in court.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Peace Officers Standards and Training, which governs law enforcement licensing in California, is reviewing Josett's certification.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Public school districts in Texas are almost one school year into the first statewide cellphone ban, and a North Texas school district is seeing positive impacts.—
Lacey Beasley,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Why more Sacramento residents are seeking evaluation As public awareness changes, individuals who were formerly written off as chaotic, fragile, strange or unstable are now seeing those outdated stories from a contemporary perspective.—
Malana VanTyler,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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Police have not confirmed any details regarding the incident at this time.—
Naomi Ruchim,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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The team hopes the aircraft, beyond providing insight into wartime aviation, will impart wisdom regarding the real consequences of war during this time of global unrest.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Apr. 2026
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In 2019, the political scientists Katherine Levine Einstein, Maxwell Palmer, and David Glick published a study examining who attended such meetings in the Boston area.—
Idrees Kahloon,
The Atlantic,
13 Apr. 2026
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In addition to connecting with their characters that are written as creative artists, Bradford and Ramos are relating to what Berryman is examining about friendship.—
David L. Coddon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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New Jersey continued the good relations by spotting the B’s the first four goals of the game in the first period.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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Nothing can be more startling than spotting a bear on a hiking trail or worse – in your neighborhood.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Viewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewing. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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