viewing
Americannoun
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an act, ceremony, or occasion of seeing, watching, or inspecting.
the viewing of a corpse.
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an instance of watching television.
Which channel offers the best viewing?
noun
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the act of watching television
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television programmes collectively
late-night viewing
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Example Sentences
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Scientists are increasingly viewing this process as a natural support system that may play a role in conditions ranging from obesity and cancer to stroke and chronic pain.
From Science Daily • May 24, 2026
The change in tone came in an interview with the Washington Examiner, in response to a question about whether Warsh would cut interest rates, even as markets are viewing a hike as more likely.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
Styles' team say the idea was "to give fans the ability to experience the show from different positions rather than being confined to one fixed viewing angle".
From BBC • May 20, 2026
But just as the extravaganza is set to kick off, many New Jerseyans are viewing their hosting duties less as an honor and more as a costly burden they could do without.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
A viewing grate was lodged into each of them at eye level.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
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