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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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
Dujardin and Dana have fine chemistry, but Dujardin’s best chemistry is with Ficarra, an Italian comic with exaggerated features and a love for the zanier aspects of the story.
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Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
Understanding the quantum aspects of plutonium can help develop applications such as sensing and computing, which can reshape how nuclear systems and materials are modeled.
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Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
One of the most impressive aspects of the MacBook Pro is that, despite leveraging all this horsepower, the gas tank is huge.
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K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
30 June 2026
Landing an executive interview is one of the most exciting aspects of a job search, particularly in today’s tough labor market.
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Dr. Kyle Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
One of the most interesting aspects of the history of pedantry is that evolution of its meaning.
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Clare Bucknell,
The New York Review of Books,
27 June 2026
Beyond the technical aspects of filmmaking, the core message is one of resourcefulness.
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Jd Linville,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Yet, in some aspects, technology still cannot match what nature has created.
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Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
As per the habit of our times, the people are answering these questions and more on the prediction markets that have consumed ever more aspects of American life.
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Miriam Elder,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
30 June 2026
Understanding the quantum aspects of plutonium can help develop applications such as sensing and computing, which can reshape how nuclear systems and materials are modeled.
—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
30 June 2026
One of the most impressive aspects of the MacBook Pro is that, despite leveraging all this horsepower, the gas tank is huge.
—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
30 June 2026
Landing an executive interview is one of the most exciting aspects of a job search, particularly in today’s tough labor market.
—
Dr. Kyle Elliott,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
One of the most interesting aspects of the history of pedantry is that evolution of its meaning.
—
Clare Bucknell,
The New York Review of Books,
27 June 2026
Beyond the technical aspects of filmmaking, the core message is one of resourcefulness.
—
Jd Linville,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Yet, in some aspects, technology still cannot match what nature has created.
—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
27 June 2026
As per the habit of our times, the people are answering these questions and more on the prediction markets that have consumed ever more aspects of American life.
—
Miriam Elder,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
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Each hair follicle cycles through growth (anagen), transition (catagen), and rest (telogen) phases.
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After Act 3, two other phases, Projects 4 and 5, are planned but details are still in the works.
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Scroll on for the ultimate breakdown and get inspired to put your spin on these looks for your next getaway.
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While traditional tailoring and minimalist silhouettes dominated the red carpet, prospects masterfully personalized their looks.
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Long-term wealth accumulation is driven less by conventional financial advice and more by psychological orientations towards time.
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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.
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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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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.
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Made up of sharp angles and straight lines, the quilt and its matching shams have a look that strikes the right balance between classic and contemporary.
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The episode featured the advancement of multiple angles as Tama Tonga and Talla Tonga split away from the MFTs just days after Solo Sikoa spiked his own brother Jimmy Uso in the name of his family.
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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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It is caused by environments that allow harmful attitudes to take root.
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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.
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Brith stares, dazed, nonplussed.
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Kessler and the Jazz had been in contract talks, and the two sides met in person in early June, but those discussions didn’t go very far toward a resolution.
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The bagel shop, which offers an array of sandwiches, sides and sweets, will fill the former Java’s Brewing Bakery and Café space at 1526 Providence Road S.
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