in (someone's) view
In someone's opinion. And what, in your view, would be the best way to go about solving this problem? In my view, this tax should be abolished altogether! In my view, this man is a violent criminal who should never be paroled!
in view
1. Within the range of vision; able to be seen; visible. Wait until the enemy soldiers are in view before beginning your attack. The town should be in view soon—I know we're almost there. When I looked up and saw a bear in view, I almost fainted.
2. As a point of regard, deliberation, or careful attention; under consideration. Let's keep that idea in view for the board meeting next week. Management hasn't rejected your proposal yet—it's still in view, don't worry. I know you want to borrow the car on Friday. Your request is still in view.
3. As a goal, end, or achievement being sought. With the championship in view, the team began training harder than ever before. I know the director has the Academy Awards in view for his latest film. I think she's had becoming valedictorian in view ever since she started high school.
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in view
1. 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]
2. Under consideration, as in Let's keep this suggestion in view while we talk about the project. [Mid-1600s]
3. 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.
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