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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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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
One of his main arguments is that the money raised by the taxes would primarily go to the state's health care, ignoring other aspects of government such as education and housing.
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Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The company is in discussions with manufacturers of smartphones, personal computers, and cars about an aspect of its new data-center technology portfolio, Malladi told Semafor.
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Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
26 June 2026
As with so many aspects of our nation’s history, Connecticut’s role was indispensable.
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Dr. Matthew Warshauer,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
There are aspects that haven’t aged well, like the voiceover provided by Martin Bashir, and the many references specific to turn-of-the-century UK.
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Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
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Noe Padilla,
USA Today,
26 June 2026
The company is in discussions with manufacturers of smartphones, personal computers, and cars about an aspect of its new data-center technology portfolio, Malladi told Semafor.
—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
26 June 2026
As with so many aspects of our nation’s history, Connecticut’s role was indispensable.
—
Dr. Matthew Warshauer,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
There are aspects that haven’t aged well, like the voiceover provided by Martin Bashir, and the many references specific to turn-of-the-century UK.
—
Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
26 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
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What the growers’ side is arguing Natalie Collins, president of the California Association of Winegrape Growers, framed the labeling change as a competitive fairness issue.
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Each side saw its best threat in the half’s closing moments, as Japan put two shots on goal in the final five minutes of the half, and Sweden forced the Japan keeper to stop a shot on goal in the final minute as well.
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Ecuador soccer fans made their presence known long before their FIFA World Cup match began against Curaçao on Saturday inside Kansas City (Arrowhead) Stadium.
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Shipping companies remain cautious about sending their vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid conflicting signals about the agreement between the US and Iran and the presence of dozens of mines.
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For them, the preference for future rewards over immediate ones is less a discipline and more a default orientation.
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For Sacramento, the building high pressure is a solid orientation for kicking up a moderate Delta breeze that will immediately bring relief as the sun begins to set every day through the rest of the work week.
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For starters, bright colors inject visibility – not merely for players looking to find each other amid the chaos of a World Cup match, but also for brands looking to draw the gazes of millions of onlooking fans towards their logo.
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Most focus on the soldiers’ faces, their uniforms, and the solemn gaze directed toward the Wall of Names.
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In addition to keeping your drink close and your hands empty during your daily activities, the water bottle holder protects your water bottle from nicks and dings.
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So the place is half-flooded, there’s barely enough money on hand to operate, and food supplies are minimal.
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During the preference sheet meeting, the major difference in Kayley and Genevieve’s attitudes is perfectly illustrated.
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Formalwear embraced a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, or with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.
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Some of our go-to eye serums are marked down for Prime Day, too, including the COSRX Snail Mucin Peptide Under Eye Cream, which features snail mucin, peptides, and niacinamide to even out discoloration and soothe puffy areas.
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During a childhood fight, Aemond had his eye cut out by Rhaenyra’s son Lucerys and stole her family’s ferocious, powerful red dragon Vhagar.
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Debating the ‘Suez moment’ As the two sides enter into the next phase of negotiation, observers are watching closely for what exactly the US gained from a conflict that took a heavy global economic toll.
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That’s why the next phase of AI adoption will likely depend less on raw automation and more on tempo alignment.
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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