matter of opinion
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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But we thought it was a matter of opinion and ignored Mr. Warren, a former political columnist.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
Whether this was necessary is a matter of opinion.
From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026
At an alarming rate, patients seem to understand medical treatments as a matter of opinion, rather than a thoughtful evaluation of a patient’s health informed by years of learned clinical judgment.
From Slate • Aug. 1, 2025
Whether skaters are superior to animals is a matter of opinion, he conceded.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2023
Whether Mrs. Clarke was truly in need of a confectioner’s shop was a matter of opinion, but Penelope was too busy timing the children to comment.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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