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opinion

/əˈpɪnjən/

When used to describe a personal belief, "opinion" is often used in the phrase "in my opinion." This is a common way to politely show that you are sharing your own view and not stating a fact. When referring to an expert's judgment (like from a doctor or lawyer), it is often called a "second opinion." This means seeking another professional's view to confirm the first one.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Sarah is hiding in the breakroom to avoid David.

Mark

David wants your opinion on the new logos. You gonna wing it or actually look at them?

Sarah

I'm totally clocked out. Tell him I'll get back to him tomorrow.

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Mark uses the phrasal verb 'wing it' (to do something without preparation), while Sarah uses the idiom 'clocked out' metaphorically to indicate she is mentally exhausted and finished with work for the day, despite still being physically present. The word 'opinion' is central as David is seeking her professional judgment on a design.

Meanings

noun

A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.

"In my opinion, the original movie was much better than the sequel."

noun

A formal statement by an expert providing a professional judgment of a situation.

"The doctor provided a second opinion regarding the surgical procedure."

Related Words

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