opined

Example Sentences

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The International Dictionary of Psychology opined in 1989 that consciousness was “fascinating but elusive” and “nothing worth reading has been written on it.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

“The surge in the ISM Manufacturing Index in January suggests that after years of malaise, perhaps the manufacturing sector might be turning a corner,” opined Alexandra Brown, North America economist at Capital Economics.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

Later, when asked about constitutional interpretation, she opined about the slippery text of the 4th Amendment, the same amendment implicated in Monday’s unsigned order.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 10, 2025

It makes the viewer "wish that Marvel had reached this point years ago", he opined.

From BBC • Jul. 23, 2025

"We have goldsmiths in Lannisport who do better work," he opined.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin