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vantage point

American  

noun

  1. a position or place that affords a wide or advantageous perspective; viewpoint.

    to survey a valley from the vantage point of a high hill.
vantage point British  

noun

  1. a position or place that allows one a wide or favourable overall view of a scene or situation

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Etymology

Origin of vantage point

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

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From almost any vantage point, the Salton Sea appears lifeless — a gray expanse rimmed with salt and windblown dust.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

How did Scotland defeat look from Clarke's vantage point?

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But from today’s vantage point, it seems obvious that the movement changed society for the far better.

From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026

It’s too soon to tell from our vantage point, though opportunities across well-established software companies are likely emerging for those who can stomach the volatility,” Saglimbene wrote.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

Her tam did, in fact, from Zooey’s vantage point, appear not unlike a dab of paint.

From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger

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