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
At the top, Eggen Restaurant turns the experience into more than a viewpoint stop, especially on a clear day.
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
These include counter maps – that is, maps that rework existing assumptions – to expand on the dominant narratives about a place to include viewpoints that were previously excluded.
—Patty Heyda, The Conversation, 1 June 2026
Oregon Coast Highway follows more than 350 miles of coastline between Astoria and Brookings with beaches, viewpoints, and state parks throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The iconic falls are free to view, with plenty of scenic viewpoints offering memorable vistas.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
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David Nikel, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
These include counter maps – that is, maps that rework existing assumptions – to expand on the dominant narratives about a place to include viewpoints that were previously excluded.
—Patty Heyda, The Conversation, 1 June 2026
Oregon Coast Highway follows more than 350 miles of coastline between Astoria and Brookings with beaches, viewpoints, and state parks throughout.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
The iconic falls are free to view, with plenty of scenic viewpoints offering memorable vistas.
—Dave Parfitt, USA Today, 30 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viewpoint
Noun
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But advanced technology cannot replace reasonable judgment, sound perspective, or the ability to navigate human dynamics.—
Niurys Robaina,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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How budgeting apps work (from a security perspective) With your permission, budgeting apps often connect to your bank and other financial accounts to view your transactions.—
Rebecca Safier,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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The country’s growth outlook has darkened due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, which has effectively halted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, pushing up energy and commodities prices globally.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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The lobby overlooks a massive, multi-story space in two directions—the check-in desk is backdropped by a eastern outlook through floor-to-ceiling windows, while the opposite frames Tokyo's western sprawl.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Viewpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewpoint. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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