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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The war theoretically spanned 1955-1975, but only from an American point of view.
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Nick Hilden, Washington Post, 14 Apr. 2024
That’s for me a very interesting question from a journalistic and investigative point of view.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2024
Astronomers thought this eclipse might put on more of a show from the sun’s point of view.
—Dean Regas, The Enquirer, 9 Apr. 2024
From the point of view of the satellite, Earth clocks seem to run faster.
—Rebecca Boyle, TIME, 8 Apr. 2024
Consider their point of view on the 19th when diplomacy wins.
—Debbie Frank, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
Here's what else to know about the Kentucky Opera's upcoming 2024-25 season:
Kentucky Opera 2024-25 season lineup
'Madama Butterfly'
WHAT: The groundbreaking production is presented in a bold new point of view.
—The Courier-Journal, 3 Apr. 2024
Despite suffering from dyslexia and a childhood spent in the foster care system, Trent is able to solve cases others can’t due to his unique point of view.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
Looking back at your previous films, the film’s point of view becomes very important for you as a filmmaker.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
Nick Hilden, Washington Post, 14 Apr. 2024
That’s for me a very interesting question from a journalistic and investigative point of view.
—Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 12 Apr. 2024
Astronomers thought this eclipse might put on more of a show from the sun’s point of view.
—Dean Regas, The Enquirer, 9 Apr. 2024
From the point of view of the satellite, Earth clocks seem to run faster.
—Rebecca Boyle, TIME, 8 Apr. 2024
Consider their point of view on the 19th when diplomacy wins.
—Debbie Frank, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024
Here's what else to know about the Kentucky Opera's upcoming 2024-25 season:
Kentucky Opera 2024-25 season lineup
'Madama Butterfly'
WHAT: The groundbreaking production is presented in a bold new point of view.
—The Courier-Journal, 3 Apr. 2024
Despite suffering from dyslexia and a childhood spent in the foster care system, Trent is able to solve cases others can’t due to his unique point of view.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
Looking back at your previous films, the film’s point of view becomes very important for you as a filmmaker.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 3 Apr. 2024
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“Point of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20view. Accessed 20 Apr. 2024.
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