aspects

plural of aspect
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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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Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of aspects Turning cryptographic posture management into a continuous discipline involves tackling people, process and technology aspects. — Evgeny Gervis, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Lockheed Martin says technologies developed through its Strigo family of solutions have informed aspects of the Increment 2 guidance package. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026 This outdoor space is perhaps one of my favorite aspects of the museum. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Some studies indicate that nicotine may temporarily enhance attention, vigilance, reaction time and some aspects of working memory, but results are mixed. — Hasmeena Kathuria, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2026 Questions over how reform should go Schwesig and others in the governing parties have cast doubt on aspects of the federal government’s reform agenda, which is meant to bolster a chronically sluggish economy. — Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026 Schwesig and others in the governing parties have cast doubt on aspects of the federal government's reform agenda, which is meant to bolster a chronically sluggish economy. — ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026 This drive for coexistence may undergird fundamental aspects of how genomes regulate themselves. — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026 Some readers have pointed out how quickly blame gets assigned to Sandy even about aspects of the show, like casting, that are out of her control. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
Noun
  • The miscues and lack of execution affected all phases of the game during their 6-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The famed dictionary added 1,400 new words to its dictionary on Wednesday, many focused on internet-first phases and trends.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The edits focus on key seasonal themes including maximalist looks, statement tailoring, elevated layering and modern takes on heritage pieces.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The couple were spotted visiting an art gallery on September 17 in two looks that sat on opposite sides of the style spectrum.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 19 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • But De Kooning would apply fragments of the reproductions to new compositions, often in different orientations.
    — Sebastian Smee, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2026
  • For investors evaluating the domestic energy landscape, the distinct strategic orientations of the big three independent operators illustrate how this cash windfall is being captured.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The goal is to adorn the eyes without pulling too much focus, instead framing gazes in a way that honors the holistic ease of your look.
    — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Despite this extreme proximity, their gazes bypass each other entirely.
    — Carmen Rosenberg-Miller, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Dramatic cuffs added more angles to the look, while the buttons going undone at the waist created a touch of tension that transitioned to Edgar-Jones’ skirt.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Re-creating the Book Cover for Fans The scene illustrated on the cover of Hazelwood’s novel—Olive and Adam’s first kiss—is the catalyst for everything that happens in the story and was shot multiple times from different angles.
    — Jesa Marie Calaor, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Janson Junk, Tyler Phillips and Ryan Gusto generally have had good attitudes about getting early hooks, though Phillips reacted angrily after being lifted with a lead in the fourth inning against the Dodgers last weekend.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Based on the way American attitudes have shifted toward a certain country in the Middle East, Robert Kraft likely lost a lot of fans with a recent decision.
    — Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The crowd sips matcha dragon fruit cocktails and stares, aghast.
    — Dina Cheney, Washington Post, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Her wide eyes speak their own language of panicked blinks and observant stares.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 15 July 2026
Noun
  • Room for Disagreement For Oman, Qatar, and Pakistan, these economic and security costs may add urgency in their push to press all sides to a resolution.
    — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Also high on the agenda is a trade truce that saw both sides lower tariffs and export restrictions, which is set to expire in November.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Aspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspects. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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