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point of view
noun phrase
: a position or perspective from which something is considered or evaluated : standpoint
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From a current market and whisky geek point of view the Anniversary Malts are fascinating.
—Mark Littler, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
The Sentinel sometimes republishes editorials that reflect our overall point of view.
—Orlando Sentinel and New York Daily News Editorial Boards, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025
Creatives tend to thrive in environments where self-expression is the norm, from bold personal style to unique points of view.
—Marissa Andrada, Rolling Stone, 7 Jan. 2025
In stark contrast, Shkodran Mustafi, David Luiz, Sead Kolasinac, Sokratis Papastathopoulos, Rob Holding and Calum Chambers were the tools at his disposal from a defensive point of view.
—Jordan Campbell, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
1793, in the meaning defined above
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“Point of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20view. Accessed 11 Jan. 2025.
Kids Definition
point of view
: a way of looking at or thinking about something : standpoint
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