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perspective

noun

pər-ˈspek-tiv

Definition of perspective

as in viewpoint

a way of looking at or thinking about something whether she was being rude or candid is all a matter of perspective

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as in view

all that can be seen from a certain point the perspective from the hotel balcony was dominated by the lake and mountains

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Recent Examples of perspective Rather than exclusively focusing on what’s wrong with our mental health, one approach is to develop skills, traits, and perspectives that can help us. — Joan M. Cook, Time, 17 Oct. 2026 The most distinct chapters, from Snell’s costuming perspective, are the country and the city. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026 From her perspective, keeping that relationship intact is potentially far more valuable than receiving one enormous check from a publisher. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 17 Oct. 2026 What readers are saying The comments reflect a wide range of perspectives on retirement, emphasizing the importance of personal circumstances and priorities. — John Csiszar, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for perspective

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Noun

The filmmakers say their goal is to humanize community members with different viewpoints.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Detractors attacked the moment with glee, but that viewpoint ends up being shortsighted.

— Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of viewpoint

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Some markets are allowing individuals to express views on economic, political or business outcomes, while others hone in on sports, entertainment and pop culture events.

— Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
For the best views look 40-90 degrees away from the radiant, where the glowing trains left in the wake of the fast-moving meteors will be at their longest.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of view

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Their session will look at the state of the global film landscape and the outlook for theatrical and streaming distribution, along with ways to deepen cross-border partnerships.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
The outlook for that contest going ahead in Saudi Arabia has been thrown into doubt by the kingdom’s involvement in the war in Yemen against Houthi militias.

— Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 14 Oct. 2026

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