in view
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Also, within view . Visible, in sight, as in The end of the project is in view , or The mountains are just within view . [Mid-1500s]
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Under consideration, as in Let's keep this suggestion in view while we talk about the project . [Mid-1600s]
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As an end or goal one aims at. For example, With the coming election in view, we should present a united front on the issues . [Early 1700s] Also see in view of .
Example Sentences
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In this task, a fake hand is placed in view while the real hand is hidden.
From Science Daily • Jan. 14, 2026
"I got to run across Sydney Harbour Bridge with the Opera House in view and I even saved a goat from being stuck in a fence."
From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025
Mango is “faithfully following the recommendations of good governance, which urge caution in view of the presumption of innocence that protects all individuals,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025
In a continuously trading world, stock-price movements would always be in view.
From Barron's • Oct. 23, 2025
It was decided, in view of his possible failure to attract, to support him on either side with a nearly equal number of war horses.
From "Go Tell It on the Mountain" by James Baldwin
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