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opinion (n):
the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)

opinion (n):
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
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his impression of her was favorable.
what are your feelings about the crisis?
it strengthened my belief in his sincerity.
I had a feeling that she was lying

opinion (n):
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
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my opinion differs from yours.
I am not of your persuasion.
what are your thoughts on Haiti?

opinion (n):
a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people
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he asked for a poll of public opinion

opinion (n):
the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision
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opinions are usually written by a single judge

opinion (n):
a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof
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his opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page

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