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behold

[bih-hohld] / bɪˈhoʊld /
VERB
regard; look at
Synonyms
STRONG
catch consider contemplate descry discern distinguish earmark eye eyeball flash note notice observe perceive regard scan see spot spy survey view watch witness
WEAK
feast one's eyes lay eyes on
Antonyms
STRONG
disbelieve discard disregard forget ignore look away miss misunderstand neglect overlook

Example Sentences

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Fact: The speed, power, and precision of U.S. air and naval power is indeed something to behold.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

"This was an incredibly surprising thing to behold," Lima said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

He went there and, lo and behold, vibrant flowers awaited him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Even when her film is utterly befuddling, it’s a joy to behold.

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

Then the fire settled on their foreheads like silver stars and they became at once righteous and wise and terrible to behold.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.