1
: extent or range of vision : sight
tried to keep the ship in view
sat high in the bleachers to get a good view
2
: the act of seeing or examining : inspection
3
a
: a mode or manner of looking at or regarding something
b
: an opinion or judgment colored by the feeling or bias of its holder
in my view the plan will fail
5
: the foreseeable future
no hope in view
6
: a pictorial representation
viewed; viewing; views
1
: to look at attentively : scrutinize, observe
view an exhibit
3
: to survey or examine mentally : consider
view all sides of a question
Synonyms
Examples of view in a Sentence
Noun
The views expressed herein are strictly those of the author.
There is no evidence to support that view.
The ship slowly sailed out of view.
The ship disappeared from view.
Verb
The building is most impressive when viewed from the front.
A medical examiner is now viewing the evidence.
The program was viewed by millions of people.
Different people view this problem in different ways.
Recent Examples on the Web
Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2024
The exhibition will be on view for three weeks with the opening weekend featuring the Paris designers that will make bespoke trunks during appointments.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
The condo benefits from having windows facing all directions, maximizing the amount of light streaming in at all times, and framing both park and city views.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
But in Krishnamurti’s view, the hero’s violence mimics the violent nature of many stories in Hindu mythology.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
Foodies will be able to map out their culinary tour for the week, check in to earn points, view Maker’s Mark and MadTree Brewing drink specials, participate in contests, and receive real-time updates through the app, available now on the App Store and on Google Play.
—The Enquirer, 14 Apr. 2024
In theory, this means that the results should reflect the views of the overall population most of the time, though many other challenges create additional sources of error.
—Shane Goldmacher, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Traffic likely to be snarled Experts warn the eclipse excitement could create dangerous and busy traffic conditions as people pack into the narrow band of the country with the best view.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
Savannah was shot by deputies who had a different view of the truck, according to the Sheriff’s Department.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024
Those viewing an eclipse from a plane may miss out on this experience.
—Anna Gordon, TIME, 4 Apr. 2024
And to view this newsletter in your browser, click here.
—Michael Charboneau, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
The weather wildcard could throw a wrench into solar eclipse viewing plans, which is why many people will flock to Texas where cloud cover is not so prominent, according to USA Today.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Monday classes at Southern Illinois University have been canceled as the school plays host to a big public viewing event in its football stadium.
—Denise Chow, NBC News, 4 Apr. 2024
New Hampshire The northernmost region of the Granite State will be in the path of totality, providing prime viewing to those in Coos County.
—The Npr Network, NPR, 4 Apr. 2024
Features include: Lake views Breakfast room Enclosed swimming pool
Deck
New roof
High ceilings
Fireplace
Homeowner Mike Cooper told ClickOrlando.com that his father built the house in 1989 and that thanks to its royal exterior, folks take notice.
—Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2024
The grandfather clause and the expiration date in the gender-affirming care ban were viewed as concessions to Democrats, who had spent hours filibustering against the bill.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024
Noun
About 55% of voters disapprove of Biden while about 53% view Trump unfavorably, according to polling averages compiled by the site Five Thirty Eight.
—Daniel Desrochers, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2024
The exhibition will be on view for three weeks with the opening weekend featuring the Paris designers that will make bespoke trunks during appointments.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
The condo benefits from having windows facing all directions, maximizing the amount of light streaming in at all times, and framing both park and city views.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2024
But in Krishnamurti’s view, the hero’s violence mimics the violent nature of many stories in Hindu mythology.
—Harmeet Kaur, CNN, 15 Apr. 2024
Foodies will be able to map out their culinary tour for the week, check in to earn points, view Maker’s Mark and MadTree Brewing drink specials, participate in contests, and receive real-time updates through the app, available now on the App Store and on Google Play.
—The Enquirer, 14 Apr. 2024
In theory, this means that the results should reflect the views of the overall population most of the time, though many other challenges create additional sources of error.
—Shane Goldmacher, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024
Traffic likely to be snarled Experts warn the eclipse excitement could create dangerous and busy traffic conditions as people pack into the narrow band of the country with the best view.
—Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 3 Apr. 2024
Savannah was shot by deputies who had a different view of the truck, according to the Sheriff’s Department.
—Nathan Solis, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2024
Verb
These special glasses are necessary for safe viewing of the sun, as viewing a solar eclipse without protection can cause eye damage.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 4 Apr. 2024
Those viewing an eclipse from a plane may miss out on this experience.
—Anna Gordon, TIME, 4 Apr. 2024
And to view this newsletter in your browser, click here.
—Michael Charboneau, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
The weather wildcard could throw a wrench into solar eclipse viewing plans, which is why many people will flock to Texas where cloud cover is not so prominent, according to USA Today.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Monday classes at Southern Illinois University have been canceled as the school plays host to a big public viewing event in its football stadium.
—Denise Chow, NBC News, 4 Apr. 2024
New Hampshire The northernmost region of the Granite State will be in the path of totality, providing prime viewing to those in Coos County.
—The Npr Network, NPR, 4 Apr. 2024
Features include: Lake views Breakfast room Enclosed swimming pool
Deck
New roof
High ceilings
Fireplace
Homeowner Mike Cooper told ClickOrlando.com that his father built the house in 1989 and that thanks to its royal exterior, folks take notice.
—Tj MacIas, Miami Herald, 23 Mar. 2024
The grandfather clause and the expiration date in the gender-affirming care ban were viewed as concessions to Democrats, who had spent hours filibustering against the bill.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024
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view
1 of 2 noun1
a
: the act of seeing or examining
b
: a brief study or description
a view of foreign literature
2
: opinion sense 1
state your views
3
: all that can be seen from a certain point
a house with a view of the lake
4
: range of vision
out of view
5
: goal sense 2
with a view to winning honors
6
: the foreseeable future
no hope in view
7
: a picture of a place
view
2 of 2 verb1
: see entry 1 sense 1a
view a film
2
: to look at carefully : study
view an exhibit on birds
Medical Definition
view
noun
: a radiographic image of the body or a body part often taken with the body or part oriented in a standardized way in relation to the imaging beam of radiation
called also projection
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