1
as in side
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
depending on what aspect of college life you consider most important, there are several colleges which might be good for you
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as in presence
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
he has the aspect of a man used to giving orders and seeing them obeyed
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3
as in orientation
the state or fact of facing a particular direction
the harbor's northern aspect means that vessels are often exposed to strong winds
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as in gaze
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspect
Keeping more seniors working may be one aspect of the situation but there’s an obvious limit to that.
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Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 14 Feb. 2025
Watching his kids grow up is one of Mackie’s favorite parts of fatherhood
One of the most joyous aspects of fatherhood for Mackie has been watching each of his sons develop their own individuality.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
Some aspects of the PPI report and the CPI report suggested a softer reading for the personal consumption expenditures price index, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, which will be published later in the month.
—Pia Singh,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
Yet her appearance is a key aspect of her journey from a young girl who once only dreamed of being de-greenified to a woman who eventually sees her uniqueness as her superpower.
—Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025
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Dan Walters, Orange County Register, 14 Feb. 2025
Watching his kids grow up is one of Mackie’s favorite parts of fatherhood
One of the most joyous aspects of fatherhood for Mackie has been watching each of his sons develop their own individuality.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 14 Feb. 2025
Some aspects of the PPI report and the CPI report suggested a softer reading for the personal consumption expenditures price index, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, which will be published later in the month.
—Pia Singh,sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2025
Yet her appearance is a key aspect of her journey from a young girl who once only dreamed of being de-greenified to a woman who eventually sees her uniqueness as her superpower.
—Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
Noun
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The Broncos have been on the wrong side of many final-minute road losses this season.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Feb. 2025
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In track & field, the St. Cloud Invite was won by the host Bulldogs on the girls side, and Ocoee for the boys.—
Steve Gorches,
Orlando Sentinel,
23 Feb. 2025
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On Saturday, Zelensky also said that the time had come for a Europe-wide army that would require a strong Ukrainian presence given Kyiv's experience of fighting Russia.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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There was no dispute about the presence of Clostebol in Sinner’s body.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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My job as an assistant professor of psychology at a medical school kept me busy—teaching and mentoring students on best medical practices, leading student organizations and facilitating faculty orientations.—
Rajini Poth,
Flow Space,
19 Feb. 2025
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Desmond Lim with his Harvard classmates during orientation week.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
12 Feb. 2025
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From her radiant skin to her bold brows and striking gaze, Simone’s aesthetic was a reflection of her power, resilience, and artistry.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
19 Feb. 2025
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The man lifted his gaze, a thin smirk curling over his mouth.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Not only is Wade squatting lower, but his hand placement is slightly lower as well.—
Justice delos Santos,
The Mercury News,
22 Feb. 2025
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Nearly half the students in his broadcasting club, sitting on the floor of their multipurpose room, raise their hands.—
Lauren Migaki,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Instead of repeating his laissez-faire attitude toward his own administration, the Republican president is asserting control at every opportunity, backed up by loyalists at all levels of government.—
Chris Megerian,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2025
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The interview, which focused on attitudes toward Israel, sparked controversy, and even Shari Redstone, the controlling shareholder of Paramount Global, rebuked CBS News executives for slamming the correspondent.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Plaza walks with total ease over the rough ground, pointing out places on or just over the featureless horizon which aren't obvious to foreign eyes.—
John Bartlett,
NPR,
23 Feb. 2025
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Even to an amateur’s eye, the crisp, exacting corners and lines of the concrete walls prove noticeable.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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Businesses seeking to finalize acquisitions need guidance from experts who understand the ins and outs of the process and can steer them through every phase.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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My recommendation is to work closely with program officers who will guide you through each phase of the process.—
Shimite Obialo,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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