standpoint
noun
stand·point
ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 
: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged
Examples of standpoint in a Sentence
From an economic standpoint, the policy is sound.
I never thought about it from that standpoint before.
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From a metrics standpoint (first-step quickness and route efficiency, in particular) Siani profiles as the stronger center fielder.
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Katie Woo, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
From a valuation standpoint, Unity stock seems to be fairly priced at present.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
From a healthy business standpoint, the reality is capacity is somewhat constrained because there are a very limited number of shipyards, all currently based in Europe, that can actually deliver a medium or large-size cruise ship reliably for the market.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
From a logging standpoint, timber harvests are better when aimed at non-oak tree species, such as cherry, hickory, maple, walnut, and others.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
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Katie Woo, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
From a valuation standpoint, Unity stock seems to be fairly priced at present.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
From a healthy business standpoint, the reality is capacity is somewhat constrained because there are a very limited number of shipyards, all currently based in Europe, that can actually deliver a medium or large-size cruise ship reliably for the market.
—Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 22 Feb. 2025
From a logging standpoint, timber harvests are better when aimed at non-oak tree species, such as cherry, hickory, maple, walnut, and others.
—Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for standpoint
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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standpoint. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025.
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standpoint
noun
stand·point
ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint
: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged
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