a window into/on

idiom

: something that makes it possible to see or understand something clearly

This knowledge opens a window into your opponent's mind.

The book gives the reader a window on war.

Examples of a window into/on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Find your favorite genre: Three new memoirs tell stories of struggle and resilience, while five recent historical novels offer a window into other times. —

Hamilton Cain, Washington Post, 30 July 2024 If the temples of Angkor offer a window into Cambodia’s rich past, visiting the city’s many social enterprises is a great way to see what drives its future. —

Chaitali Patel, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2024 Latimer House Museum Once the home of a prosperous Wilmington family, this 1852 residence is a window into the city’s Victorian past. —

John Jeremiah Sullivan, Travel + Leisure, 24 July 2024 The atmosphere is reminiscent of an art museum, with earthy tones, a window into the kitchen and trendy music. —

Axios Charlotte Team, Axios, 19 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for a window into/on

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