opine

Example Sentences

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Though a slim majority of experts opined that Putin might use force against Ukraine many months after his military buildup on Ukraine's border began in early 2021, few foresaw an all-out invasion.

From Salon

“I don’t for one second forget that what we are doing is illegal, but legal and illegal and right and wrong don’t always line up,” she opines.

From Los Angeles Times

“Unfortunately now he’s running for president of the United States for revenge against the FBI,” Deason opined, citing the agency’s search of Mar-a-Lago last year.

From Washington Post

But while a deal's been in the offing, there's been something of a vacuum, giving space for critics to opine.

From BBC

“The Supreme Court opines on whatever they choose to opine about,” he said.

From Seattle Times