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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2
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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3
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
Powering Artificial Intelligence One of the most promising aspects of the lakehouse is its ability to power AI in medicine.
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Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Flanagan's film leans into some of the hokey aspects of the story that Kubrick rejected in favor of a much colder sort of horror.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Through such knowing details, the film appeals to insiders, but also seems to consider the more shallow aspects of Korean pop culture, and whether devotees become inured to a lot of stuff that just isn’t very good.
—Yvonne Kim, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
If secrecy persists, gently ask if there are aspects of their life that feel hard to discuss.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Kirk, the group maintains, also promoted Christian nationalism, the notion that Christians should dominate government and other aspects of life in the United States.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Link highlighted Broadcom’s high-margin software business and recent acquisitions as attractive aspects of the stock.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
One of the charming aspects of following foreign football is realising that certain concepts are expressed in different ways to how it’s done in your own country.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
De Pablo’s own experiences have helped her blend aspects of her life into the fan-favorite family.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Flanagan's film leans into some of the hokey aspects of the story that Kubrick rejected in favor of a much colder sort of horror.
—James Grebey, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Through such knowing details, the film appeals to insiders, but also seems to consider the more shallow aspects of Korean pop culture, and whether devotees become inured to a lot of stuff that just isn’t very good.
—Yvonne Kim, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
If secrecy persists, gently ask if there are aspects of their life that feel hard to discuss.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Kirk, the group maintains, also promoted Christian nationalism, the notion that Christians should dominate government and other aspects of life in the United States.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 11 Sep. 2025
Link highlighted Broadcom’s high-margin software business and recent acquisitions as attractive aspects of the stock.
—Pia Singh, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2025
One of the charming aspects of following foreign football is realising that certain concepts are expressed in different ways to how it’s done in your own country.
—Michael Cox, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
De Pablo’s own experiences have helped her blend aspects of her life into the fan-favorite family.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
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Getting in five or 10 hits against a boss might be relatively simple, but getting in 50 or so before dying yourself often requires near-perfect levels of focus and execution across multiple challenging attack phases.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 Sep. 2025
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Erling Haaland has justified his price tag in the early phases of the season, with three goals in the opening three gameweeks.—
Holly Shand,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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For all its outré looks, Area has had its over-the-top runway styles translate into highly covetable denim styles and slinky miniskirts and jackets covered in signature rhinestones and pearls.—
Roxanne Robinson,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Pittman noted the Rebels didn’t run their offense at their standard lightning pace for much of the game and did a lot of looks to the sidelines for late play adjustments.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
12 Sep. 2025
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All of our leaders on both sides of the aisle, of all colors, all genders, and all orientations need to set a better example.—
Emily Trainham,
FOXNews.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Black-and-white stripes of all orientations and sizes packed a subtle preppy punch; giant sun hats were paired (expectedly) with breezy dresses and (unexpectedly) with sweater vests, ties and trousers; and bright pops of red infused the collection with intentional excitement.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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In Competition Tender Claws’ Face Jumping, uses eye-tracking on the Meta Quest Pro to let participants swap perspectives with what looked like ghosts, by locking gazes with them.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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The second reason is that these aura battler designs were very complex and full of curves as well as weird angles.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Gory video of the shooting was available almost instantly online, from several angles, in slow-motion and real-time speed.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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In this theory, individuals categorize themselves and others into in-groups and out-groups, which shapes perceptions, attitudes, and behaviours and that typically, people tend to favour those in their in-group.—
Ellen Choi,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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These attitudes don’t always cause one of these forms of mass violence, but in places where mass violence occurs, these types of attitudes generally preëxist.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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Resilience and Renewal Despite stares from strangers, Amber embraced her bald head.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Aug. 2025
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The pair shared curious stares and wagged tails throughout the three-hour journey, delighting those seated nearby.—
Kendall Malinchock,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Both sides have also carried out arbitrary detentions, with SAF interrogating and beating dozens of Christians in 2024 and 2025.—
Paul Tilsley,
FOXNews.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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When both sides are trying to produce something that creates value for the audience, the end result will go a long way in building your personal brand.—
John Hall,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Aspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspects. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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