as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
my viewpoint on the issue is similar to my best friend's but very different from my parents'
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Recent Examples of viewpoint
Anyone is capable of cherry-picking media to suit their arguments, of course, and social media has always narrowed the aperture of news events to fit particular viewpoints.
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Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 13 June 2025
Elevated viewpoints like the Point Reyes Lighthouse, the end of the Chimney Rock Trail and the Tomales Point Trail provide ideal vantage points for spotting migrating humpback, blue and fin whales, or the resident minke whales and orcas.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Reframing is your ability to see things differently by shifting your perspective in a new way to explore alternative viewpoints, to discover new possibilities or solutions.
—Melissa Cidado, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Web crawlers scraping is a constant activity on the Internet, including message boards, blogs and other forums where sports fans and followers express viewpoints.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 8 June 2025
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Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 13 June 2025
Elevated viewpoints like the Point Reyes Lighthouse, the end of the Chimney Rock Trail and the Tomales Point Trail provide ideal vantage points for spotting migrating humpback, blue and fin whales, or the resident minke whales and orcas.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
Reframing is your ability to see things differently by shifting your perspective in a new way to explore alternative viewpoints, to discover new possibilities or solutions.
—Melissa Cidado, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Web crawlers scraping is a constant activity on the Internet, including message boards, blogs and other forums where sports fans and followers express viewpoints.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viewpoint
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Lopez is also eligible for a no-trade clause from the Bucks, which makes no sense from Milwaukee’s perspective but would be objectively hilarious.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
21 June 2025
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The new moon in Cancer on June 25 brings fresh energy and emotional perspective to a creative muse or perhaps even a romantic interest, so don’t be afraid to put yourself out there.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 June 2025
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That outlook could worsen still — including for the state’s health programs — if federal cuts to Medicaid and food assistance are signed into law.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
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However, players who want to earn the most money possible during their NBA careers should be open to taking shorter-term contracts given the salary-cap outlook over the next few years.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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“Viewpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewpoint. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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