in view of

CONSIDERING, bearing in mind, taking into account, on account of, in the light of, owing to, because of, as a result of.

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preposition

: in regard to : in consideration of

a failure in view of financial returns

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in view of

1. In a position to see or to be seen by

2. Having regard to

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Main Entry: ↑view

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because or as a result of

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in view of

somewhat formal

1 : when thinking about or considering (something)

His current support of the plan is surprising in view of [=given] his earlier opposition.

2 : because of (something)

In view of the fact that your payment is late, you'll have to pay a fine.

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Main Entry: ↑view