as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study
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Recent Examples of dimensions
Addressing all these dimensions is crucial for employee flourishing.
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One case where age might be relevant to include would be for companies who measure representation across various dimensions of diversity, such as ensuring pay equity for the same types of jobs across ages, races, genders, etc.
—Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Despite some changes in outfield dimensions, Oracle is still very much a pitcher’s park.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
And Sebastian Stan is just insanely cool and able to show so many dimensions of Bucky.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
The site, expected to open next year, is a feat of engineering considering the narrow dimensions of the fresh land below it, where old waters have been drained to create a 52,888-capacity arena that has been earmarked to host matches at the 2028 European Championship.
—Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Lean into Identity Young highlights the importance of leaders embracing more dimensions of their identity to unlock authenticity and power.
—Alain Hunkins, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Music bouncing off the ceiling and all the wood, filling that old church with sound, hits your ears in unique dimensions, Skaggs says.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag's dimensions are 29 in L x 29 in W x 6 in H, so this is a sizable wreath bag with ample storage room.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One case where age might be relevant to include would be for companies who measure representation across various dimensions of diversity, such as ensuring pay equity for the same types of jobs across ages, races, genders, etc.
—Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Despite some changes in outfield dimensions, Oracle is still very much a pitcher’s park.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
And Sebastian Stan is just insanely cool and able to show so many dimensions of Bucky.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
The site, expected to open next year, is a feat of engineering considering the narrow dimensions of the fresh land below it, where old waters have been drained to create a 52,888-capacity arena that has been earmarked to host matches at the 2028 European Championship.
—Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Lean into Identity Young highlights the importance of leaders embracing more dimensions of their identity to unlock authenticity and power.
—Alain Hunkins, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Music bouncing off the ceiling and all the wood, filling that old church with sound, hits your ears in unique dimensions, Skaggs says.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag's dimensions are 29 in L x 29 in W x 6 in H, so this is a sizable wreath bag with ample storage room.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimensions
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The device is unable to determine the exact gas type and full scope of any leak over time.Evan Simon, ABC News, 19 Dec. 2024
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The scope of the law, which would be in place for three years, is extraordinary even for the Islamic Republic.Amir Vahdat and Nasser Karimi, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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To some extent, that’s a justifiable reaction by defenses to Young’s prowess and the Hawks’ still-iffy perimeter shooting around him.John Hollinger, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025
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Congress can begin the task of rebuilding Americans’ faith in the institution of the presidency by investigating and holding hearings on the extent of this cover-up.Robert J. Delahunty, National Review, 31 Dec. 2024
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There are only 18 quarterbacks who've finished in their completion percentage range.Nick Suss, The Tennessean, 28 Dec. 2024
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Indigo River Tiny Homes The Sandy tiny house is part of Indigo River Tiny Homes' Bunkhouse range and starts at US$161,000.Adam Williams, New Atlas, 27 Dec. 2024
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The width of the card seems to be the main point of concern, which would definitely impact compatibility, especially as the power connector has also been on the side, further adding to the clearance needed.Antony Leather, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Its fender-to-fender width checks in at the same 7 feet (2.1 m), but the Topo2 body spans wider, extending farther out over the fenders.New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Dimensions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimensions. Accessed 4 Jan. 2025.
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