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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

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

From Salon • Mar. 8, 2026

"And lo and behold, 12 hours later we had the rough version of this thing."

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

Lo and behold, the mouth of a calm river at length came into view, with level shores unbroken, free from rock, shielded from wind— by far the best place he had found.

From "The Odyssey" by Homer

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