as in to reflect
to make a statement of one's opinion
the food critic opined that the restaurant's fare was something that one might serve a dog—if one didn't like dogs
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Recent Examples of opine
In response to questions about geopolitical competition, Hamilton opined that America is leading in LLMs, but not in computer vision.
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Instead, the presentation devoted its precious time to other matters … like CNN CEO Mark Thompson heralding the arrival of a new weather app and Tony Shalhoub (God bless him) opining for minutes on the universality of bread.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
In an attempt to do a non-political set for the White House Correspondents Association Dinner, Miss Eggy opined on jicama.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2025
Loeb also opined on the recent market turmoil triggered by Trump.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 17 May 2025
Instead, the presentation devoted its precious time to other matters … like CNN CEO Mark Thompson heralding the arrival of a new weather app and Tony Shalhoub (God bless him) opining for minutes on the universality of bread.
—Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 14 May 2025
In an attempt to do a non-political set for the White House Correspondents Association Dinner, Miss Eggy opined on jicama.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 6 Apr. 2025
Loeb also opined on the recent market turmoil triggered by Trump.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opine
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Critics of the Pentagon’s decision warn that depriving Ukraine of essential defenses risks emboldening Moscow, while proponents argue the reallocation reflects the Pentagon’s need to meet global security obligations with limited resources.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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While the show was campaigning for season-two Emmys, season three premiered, and the reviews reflected a sense of frustration with the show’s lack of forward momentum.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
7 June 2025
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The Florida Bar confirmed receipt of the 23-page complaint but did not comment further.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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Nobody was available to comment on Trump’s latest executive order.—
Munir Ahmed,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Their act impressed viewers and the judges alike, with Cowell remarking that Rhythm danced better than many human performers on the show.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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Yarbrough recently remarked that he’s enjoyed being a starter again.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
27 May 2025
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Brondello noted that the Liberty allowed too many open threes to start the third and didn’t finish defensive possessions strongly on shot attempts.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
28 May 2025
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In his post announcing Derringer's death, Wilson noted that arrangements for a memorial service for Derringer will be announced at a later date out of respect to his family and loved ones.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
28 May 2025
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Another victim was also found dead at the scene from an apparent gunshot wound, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2025
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Officer and firefighters responded to a missing child in the area near 2401 Preston Road around 9 p.m., Frisco police said.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2025
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“Opine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opine. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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