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

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We couldn’t be hugged any tighter to their point of view. Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024 While those of us who believe the death penalty is sadly necessary are willing to argue our point of view, those who oppose the death penalty in all cases never engage us in that debate anymore. Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024 When nurses feel their unique capabilities are being utilized beyond the bedside and points of view are welcome across this enterprise, this is when their individual contributions are most valued. Glenn Llopis, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024 Video shows traffic cameras across southern Ohio shake from quake The 30-second clip captured the earthquake's tremor from traffic cameras' point of view. Amaris Encinas, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for point of view 

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 3 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

point of view

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