1
as in phases
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 looks
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 orientations
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 gazes
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspects
Paxton could also underscore the anxiety disorder aspects of Sorsby’s health to claim a conference can’t punish a school for playing an athlete with a health condition.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 June 2026
Residents who have discussed the issue online described the smell as one of the most unpleasant aspects of the ongoing seaweed buildup.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
That human connection continues to be one of the most rewarding aspects of her work.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
By continuing to gain greater control of key aspects of our industry ecosystem, Flexjet is constantly elevating customer experience and innovating product offerings in a way that truly redefines private aviation today.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
There are some positive aspects to Gen Zers’ approach to risky behaviors, such as lower rates of teen pregnancy and a focus on protecting their peace and work-life balance.
—Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
The transition, like all aspects of this piece, is frolicsomely conducted.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
One of the great aspects of my tablet is its lighting, whether it's being used in bright sunlight or on a dimmed plane.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Luckily for viewers, the film version of American Psycho presents the best aspects of the novel without luxuriating in book Bateman’s fevered misogyny.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 June 2026
Residents who have discussed the issue online described the smell as one of the most unpleasant aspects of the ongoing seaweed buildup.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 13 June 2026
That human connection continues to be one of the most rewarding aspects of her work.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
By continuing to gain greater control of key aspects of our industry ecosystem, Flexjet is constantly elevating customer experience and innovating product offerings in a way that truly redefines private aviation today.
—Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
There are some positive aspects to Gen Zers’ approach to risky behaviors, such as lower rates of teen pregnancy and a focus on protecting their peace and work-life balance.
—Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 13 June 2026
The transition, like all aspects of this piece, is frolicsomely conducted.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
One of the great aspects of my tablet is its lighting, whether it's being used in bright sunlight or on a dimmed plane.
—New Atlas, 12 June 2026
Luckily for viewers, the film version of American Psycho presents the best aspects of the novel without luxuriating in book Bateman’s fevered misogyny.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
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The facility will be developed in multiple phases and will house the infrastructure needed to support PsiQuantum’s photonic quantum computing architecture.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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The federal student loan portfolio is being handed over to the Treasury Department in phases.—
Alia Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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When most pieces share a palette, almost any top works with almost any bottom, so a dozen items can cover dozens of looks.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
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Seven different looks rotate throughout the World Cup season, each one conceived by designer Ricardo Zuccolini, with Diana Dubinsky and her team at Wynwood studio’s DesignLab22 swathing the sea nymphs in capes inspired by FIFA teams’ country colors.—
Lilian Raji,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The event features a striking diversity of body shapes, ages, complexions, backgrounds, orientations, gender expressions and body art, all made equal under the Florida sun (slightly overcast this year) by their status as golden geese for the fan platforms.—
Gustavo Turner,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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Religious practitioners may also regard nonheterosexual orientations or non-cisgender identities as immoral or otherwise inconsistent with their religious beliefs.—
Britannica Editors,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
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But the melancholy pop soundtrack (Gracie Abrams, Lana del Rey, Noah Cyrus) and many, many longing gazes suggest we’re meant to find all of this terribly moving, rather than exhausting.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Everyone’s soft gazes soon hardened as the magnificent baby with so many rolls and love handles proved to be all unsightly flab.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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Lunges involve stepping either forward or backward with one leg while lowering your hips until both knees form 90-degree angles.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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Education from all angles Across her career, Balknight has helped oversee initiatives that promote trade skills for students.—
Laura Horne
June 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Journalists such as Ofusu believe global attitudes towards African football held Ghana back at a time when the national team were arguably at their best.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Whitcomb said attitudes toward growth have shifted but not enough for Davis to meet its state housing obligations.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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In the top of the 7th, Dodgers pitcher Zack Greinke hits the first batter, Miguel Montero, in the back, prompting both benches to empty, although only stares are exchanged.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Brith stares, dazed, nonplussed.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
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The Targaryen civil war has been a bit of a slow burn so far, though both sides of the family have suffered major casualties.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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But the chances have been few and far between for both sides.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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“Aspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspects. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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