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Definition of viewsnext
plural of view
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as in panoramas
all that can be seen from a certain point the view of the mountains from the inn's porch is spectacular

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as in glimpses
an instance of looking especially briefly took a quick view of the Web page and decided that it didn't have what he was looking for

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verb

present tense third-person singular of view

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Recent Examples of views
Noun
As the train climbs higher, sweeping mountain and valley views unfold on both sides, and in the colder months, skiers and snowboarders can be seen gliding down the slopes below. Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026 Other interior highlights included a dedicated library and a primary suite described as a spa-style retreat, complete with a steam shower and — naturally — more lake views. David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026 It was put on the TT social media and got hundreds of thousands of views. Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 29 May 2026 Dozens of other posts to social media quickly spread views of the explosion seen from nearby Cocoa Beach all the way to Tampa, on Florida's west coast. Josh Dinner, Space.com, 29 May 2026 The state’s latest viral wildlife sensation, with more than 30 million views on Facebook and Instagram, had had enough of its celebrity. Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 29 May 2026 And hey, if this movie racks up the views, perhaps the next tale will make it to theaters, with bigger co-stars to boot. Mark Meszoros, Twin Cities, 29 May 2026 But the views expressed on both sides might not apply to you, in particular, because each of us has different goals, contexts, and competencies. Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 29 May 2026 And The Mark’s landmark digs have the suites, service, and skyline views to prove it. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2026
Verb
In other words, Washington increasingly views AI as an innovation challenge and crypto as a financial oversight challenge. Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 Admittedly, Guthrie views it as a true learning experience. Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026 While a 100kW motor is far too small to lift a commercial airliner, the Strathclyde team views this success as the definitive proof of concept. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026 There also is a contingent inside CBS News and the overall network that views some of the changes Weiss has instigated as long overdue for a 21st century media organization. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 3 June 2026 Advertisement Regardless of the facts, each side views itself as the aggrieved party and the other as the aggressor, sees the stakes as too high to step back unilaterally, and treats restraint as surrender. Bruce Sibley, Time, 29 May 2026 The bill creates a presumption that benefits will be reduced when a worker is already receiving money for a pre-existing condition from any source, including disability pensions — preventing what the state views as double-dipping. Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 28 May 2026 Rent a rod to try to reel in pompano, bluefish, or king mackerel at Johnnie Mercers Fishing Pier, or walk out to take in the panoramic Atlantic Ocean views over a beer (note there's a small fee for access). Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026 King Charles views a replica crown during a tour of costumes at the Royal Shakespeare Company's performance of The Tempest in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, on May 22. People Staff, PEOPLE, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for views
Noun
  • Passengers can expect jaw-dropping scenery throughout the journey, from towering evergreens and pristine glacial lakes to panoramas of the Rocky Mountains.
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
  • As the missions continue — with Curiosity climbing higher along Mount Sharp and Perseverance scouting new terrain along Jezero's rim — more high-resolution panoramas are expected.
    Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 1 May 2026
Noun
  • The lawyer indicated that people are exercising their right to express opinions and to protest peacefully, rights enshrined in the Cuban constitution.
    Sarah Moreno June 5, Miami Herald, 6 June 2026
  • In separate opinions on June 4, the Colorado Court of Appeals vacated the homicide convictions of former Aurora Fire Rescue paramedics Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec and ordered new trials on those charges.
    Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 5 June 2026
Noun
  • Meandering golf cart paths swerve around ancient trees and limestone rocks for an immersive experience, revealing glimpses of the sea through the forest.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
  • The difference now is that those tools are coming together in more than just the big moments or in glimpses.
    Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Chamberlin said Caltrans has been using drones for inspections, graffiti removal and to help resolve disputes with contractors using images of sites captured by flying sensors.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 4 June 2026
  • The office also oversees fire and safety inspections statewide.
    Riley Bunch, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • Doctors and patients have long criticized prior authorizations, in which an insurer reviews a request before letting doctors or other medical providers bill for health care services or prescriptions.
    Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 29 May 2026
  • Freedom 250 has its own employees, but the foundation provides federal funds and the park service approves the events and reviews their budgets, according to the website.
    Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • In the clip, Pete runs up to the glass front door of Pooch Play and Stay and paces in front of the entry until a staffer notices him and lets him in, taking him back to the daycare area.
    Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
  • Her smile in the fantasy is one of relief and clarity, which cuts so hard after watching the dread pile up before Leslie notices her.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Verb
  • Lynn regards his factional triumph as a fait accompli.
    Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
  • Estevao regards himself as much a No 10 as a winger, and perhaps Pedro Neto could be effective more centrally, but Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens look less suitable for such a transition.
    Liam Twomey, New York Times, 17 May 2026
Noun
  • Journey Beyond offers guests incredible ocean vistas.
    Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026
  • But the real reason to book is the 900-square-foot wrap-around balcony with cinematic vistas of Aspen Mountain.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026

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