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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

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

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

He tells me, I try that, it works for me, and lo and behold when the race comes, I might beat him.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

"Lo and behold, it stripped synapses off neurons," Shatz said -- quite a surprise for a molecule researchers had previously thought had no function at all.

From Science Daily • Jan. 26, 2026

Rio's harbor, considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World like the Grand Canyon—was a breathtaking sight to behold.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple

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