take the view

take the view that

To have the opinion or belief that something is the case. Unfortunately, the president has taken the view that the national parks around the country are not worth protecting and maintaining. I now take the view that religion is harmless so long as it does not compel its members to proselytize.See also: take, that, view

take the view (that)

(formal) be somebody’s opinion that...: I take the view that medical care should be provided by the State.See also: take, view