point of view

noun phrase

: a position or perspective from which something is considered or evaluated : standpoint

Examples of point of view in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web To add insult to injury from Minooka’s point of view, most of the project’s taxable property would be located in Channahon. John Lippert, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2024 But this book, written from Danny’s point of view, is not about Cyril or Danny. Shannon Carlin, TIME, 21 June 2024 The Sentinel sometimes republishes editorials that reflect our overall point of view. Tampa Bay Times Editorial Board, Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2024 His point of view sets the backdrop for the 1-hour, 56-minute movie. Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 18 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for point of view 

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Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of point of view was in 1793

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“Point of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20view. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

point of view

: a way of looking at or thinking about something : standpoint
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