form an opinion

Idioms

Make up one's mind or decide what one thinks about something. For example, I need more facts before I can form an opinion about this issue, or Don't tell me your views; I want to form my own opinion.

Example Sentences

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If you see any stock of interest, you should do your own research to form an opinion about the company’s long-term competitive prospects.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 23, 2025

Some said they could not answer survey questions about Harris or Trump because they didn’t have access to enough facts to form an opinion.

From Slate • Oct. 17, 2024

The moviegoers' job is to experience a film in its entirety and form an opinion afterward on the content of the film but also the theatrical experience.

From Salon • Sep. 7, 2023

However, majorities of those surveyed — 55 points for atheists and 59 points each for Muslims and Mormons — say they are either neutral or “don’t know enough” to form an opinion on these groups.

From Washington Times • Mar. 15, 2023

It's too early to form an opinion yet, Mr. Claphurst—much too early.

From The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure by Henty, G. A. (George Alfred)

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