standpoint
Americannoun
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the point or place at which a person stands to view something.
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the mental position, attitude, etc., from which a person views and judges things.
From the lawyer's standpoint, her client is right.
noun
Etymology
Origin of standpoint
Example Sentences
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From an investment standpoint, shares of the so-called Big Six banks in the U.S. appear attractive, given a combination of solid fundamentals, diversified revenue streams and relatively compelling valuations.
From MarketWatch
Looking back, it seems from a technological standpoint that we were in a really important transitional time going into the ’90s.
From Los Angeles Times
The coaching staff has a pretty good idea who some of the best players in that position are, but at the moment, they just want to develop the skills, from a return standpoint.
From Los Angeles Times
"By integrating twisted photonic crystals with MEMS, we have a platform that is not only powerful from a physics standpoint but also compatible with the way modern photonics are manufactured."
From Science Daily
I have my health benefits covered, I’m on Medicare and want to work 15 hours a week’ is actually quite attractive from a balance-sheet standpoint.”
From MarketWatch
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