How to Use dimension in a Sentence

dimension

noun
  • She carefully measured each dimension of the room.
  • The social dimensions of the problem must also be taken into account.
  • Moving the laser in three dimensions built the boat dot by dot.
    Tracy H. Schloemer, IEEE Spectrum, 19 Sep. 2023
  • The board in front of them is the exact dimensions of the one Cole shaped and surfs with — a 9-foot-6 longboard.
    Drew Dawson, Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2024
  • The team found that both the odor of a pitcher and its dimensions could help predict the prey caught by a plant about 98 percent of the time.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 24 Apr. 2023
  • The brown hue of the trousers added a contrast to the black leather top but also added some dimension to her outfit.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Look for plants that grow to those dimensions, no larger.
    Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Sep. 2023
  • Mount it above the mantle or add it to a gallery wall for dimension and character.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2023
  • The beading and silhouette bring the right amount of detail and dimension.
    Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Jan. 2024
  • Note that this formula is for just one dimension (width or height) of your chip.
    Michael E. Bakich, Discover Magazine, 24 Feb. 2024
  • Ryan imbues her with depth and dimension, at once adorable and tender.
    Courtney Howard, Variety, 1 Nov. 2023
  • But who also want to keep the industry healthy in all its dimensions.
    Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 17 June 2023
  • Apple trimmed the bezels down year over year and gave that space back to us by reducing the phone’s overall dimensions.
    Allison Johnson, The Verge, 14 Sep. 2023
  • No man makes it into the dimensions of a Robert Frost on simple sweetness.
    Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2024
  • While some of the new recordings largely stay true to the originals, others add a new dimension.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 29 Mar. 2024
  • A touch of rose water or a sprinkle of fresh or dried rose petals will add a pretty floral dimension.
    Aleksandra Crapanzano / Photographs By F. Martin Ramin/the Wall Street Journal, Food Styling By Kim Ramin , WSJ, 10 Nov. 2023
  • Face framing pieces along with bangs and plenty of layers, this haircut will give you lots of depth and dimension.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Feb. 2024
  • Attach them to a small section of your hair to add dimension to an everyday style.
    Cameron Jenkins, Good Housekeeping, 15 July 2023
  • How to Paint a Wall with Limewash Add richness, depth, and dimension to a room with this limewash wall paint technique.
    Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 21 Dec. 2023
  • Add richness, depth, and dimension to a room with this limewash wall paint technique.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 8 Nov. 2023
  • To add a bit of dimension to the ensemble, Jenna used a wide leather belt around her waist and wore patent pointed stiletto heels.
    Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 8 Sep. 2023
  • The material was an eclectic padded black to add texture and dimension to what would’ve been a plain black dress.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 2 Jan. 2024
  • This striking cut is an easy way to add dimension to dark hair without highlights.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 Oct. 2023
  • The chili powder will add dimension and even a touch of smokiness to the salsa, pulling all the flavors together.
    Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 16 July 2023
  • The details on clothing like the scalloped hem on her wrists and waist and the contrast white stitching throughout the fabric give her look more dimension.
    Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Nov. 2023
  • Before adding it to your baby registry or cart, compare the product dimensions to that of your stroller.
    Maya Polton, Parents, 20 Oct. 2023
  • Mimicking light and shadows helps to keep the dimension that passport booth lighting tends to strip away.
    Twiggy Jalloh, Glamour, 12 Oct. 2023
  • Each of these dimensions adds depth to characters that the audience may only see for a few minutes at a time.
    Amanda Luberto, The Arizona Republic, 31 May 2023
  • Healthiest cities in the United States The four key dimensions the study used to determine the healthiest cities in the country were health care, food, fitness and green space.
    Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 5 Apr. 2024
  • If anything, this dimension of the plot seems the least developed, seeing as how audiences have grown desensitized to rogue agents disregarding the formalities (and laws) of war.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024

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