as in aspects
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
there are so many facets to Benjamin Franklin: statesman, scientist, inventor, American original
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The event brought together women from all facets of the filmmaking community at the Academy Museum, including Amy Adams, Awkwafina, Joan Chen, Gia Coppola, Ava DuVernay, Gal Gadot, Leila George, Regina King, Mila Kunis, Olivia Wilde.
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Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Even as YouTube continues to dominate basically all facets of the entertainment business, the arrow on your TV still points up.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
In such an instance, the loosey-goosey facets might allow for a great deal of confusion, finger-pointing, and slippery contrivances.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
All three facets, there’s playmakers.
—Mike Defabo, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Showing that not all facets of the film industry are ready for women’s bodies, the violent film’s biggest hurdle in getting an R rating was cutting down a realistic depiction of a birthing clinic.
—William Earl, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Each of these Five Trail expressions showcases different facets of American whiskey, reflecting Coor’s brewing heritage and commitment to quality craftsmanship in the spirits industry.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Simple, strategic tactics can streamline what might initially seem daunting, fostering collaboration across various facets of the organization.
—Kathleen Hurley, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Like keeping a precious gem in the dark where its facets can’t shine.
—Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Even as YouTube continues to dominate basically all facets of the entertainment business, the arrow on your TV still points up.
—David Pierce, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
In such an instance, the loosey-goosey facets might allow for a great deal of confusion, finger-pointing, and slippery contrivances.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
All three facets, there’s playmakers.
—Mike Defabo, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
Showing that not all facets of the film industry are ready for women’s bodies, the violent film’s biggest hurdle in getting an R rating was cutting down a realistic depiction of a birthing clinic.
—William Earl, Variety, 5 Dec. 2024
Each of these Five Trail expressions showcases different facets of American whiskey, reflecting Coor’s brewing heritage and commitment to quality craftsmanship in the spirits industry.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Simple, strategic tactics can streamline what might initially seem daunting, fostering collaboration across various facets of the organization.
—Kathleen Hurley, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
Like keeping a precious gem in the dark where its facets can’t shine.
—Sage Jessica Murphy, Los Angeles Times, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Facets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facets. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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