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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
Between the rush of the scaling-up period of the early streaming years and the post-Peak TV contraction, though, some other aspects of the business were irretrievably broken.
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Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 21 Feb. 2026
For me, that is one of the animating aspects of land.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Though their frequent backyard bonfires swell with laughter, both Hahnfeld and the Hoffs say one of the most treasured aspects of Bly Road is the silence.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
Some aspects of our skin adjust to our environment.
—Literary Hub, 20 Feb. 2026
That fact, coupled with aspects of the animal’s anatomy, instead point to Spinosaurus as a shallow-water predator and not fully aquatic, the researchers said.
—Reuters, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Many aspects of Elvis’ story are touched on glancingly or not at all in the film’s brisk 90-minute runtime.
—Kim Willis, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Reforming aspects of incarceration Getting to this moment wasn’t guaranteed.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
As a Charlotte native and leader within law enforcement for more than 40 years, there are several aspects of my professional career that separates me from the other candidates.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 21 Feb. 2026
For me, that is one of the animating aspects of land.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026
Though their frequent backyard bonfires swell with laughter, both Hahnfeld and the Hoffs say one of the most treasured aspects of Bly Road is the silence.
—Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
Some aspects of our skin adjust to our environment.
—Literary Hub, 20 Feb. 2026
That fact, coupled with aspects of the animal’s anatomy, instead point to Spinosaurus as a shallow-water predator and not fully aquatic, the researchers said.
—Reuters, NBC news, 20 Feb. 2026
Many aspects of Elvis’ story are touched on glancingly or not at all in the film’s brisk 90-minute runtime.
—Kim Willis, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
Reforming aspects of incarceration Getting to this moment wasn’t guaranteed.
—Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 20 Feb. 2026
As a Charlotte native and leader within law enforcement for more than 40 years, there are several aspects of my professional career that separates me from the other candidates.
—Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
Noun
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The dates for Ramadan fluctuate each year because the holiday is based on the phases of the moon.—
Marina Johnson,
IndyStar,
18 Feb. 2026
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Instead of separating story, performance, and environment into sequential phases, IEL allows these elements to evolve together in real time.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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As a brand that always incorporates its tried-and-true pieces as well as new looks into each collection, this is an opportunity for Wrangler to either introduce new consumers to our classic denim (like the Cowboy Cuts) or to get the more traditional Wrangler denim fans into our newer styles.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
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His face remains an ever-changing canvas of knowing looks, shifting eyes, and sly smiles, and his comedic timing is sharp as ever.—
Laura Bradley,
Vulture,
19 Feb. 2026
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Each migration wave carries distinct political orientations shaped by the circumstances of departure.—
Michael Paarlberg,
The Conversation,
12 Feb. 2026
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The County agreed to provide ADA training for the court staff; include clear statements on all jury summons regarding ADA accommodations; posting signage in jury assembly areas identifying ADA contacts, and reinforcing during jury orientations that ADA accommodations can be arranged.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Enveloped in all this optical dazzlement, and cutting across the frame with their bold, frontal gazes, the women are the very embodiment of dignity and power, mirrors of the independence roiling at the heart of the nation.—
Zoë Hopkins,
New Yorker,
7 Feb. 2026
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Besides their long, dark hair and smoldering gazes, what do Charli XCX and Salma Hayek have in common?—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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Because the sky looks like a gigantic sphere surrounding us, astronomers use angles to measure apparent size.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
20 Feb. 2026
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Varying grips, angles and equipment can also help stimulate different portions of the muscle and reduce plateaus.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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It is meant to shape attitudes, behavior and public conduct.—
Irfan Sarwar,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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The answer, Sanchez told me, depends less on what the landscape can support and more on what Americans’ attitudes will.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
16 Feb. 2026
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Her vacant stares are laced with just enough recognizable humanity to make the camera question what, if anything, is going on behind her eyes — a mystery that looms over the entire story.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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Awkward giggles and ruthless stares punctuate silence until the blind matriarch (played by Tracy Letts) asks his daughter to describe Martha’s (Elle Fanning) appearance to him in exhaustive detail.—
David Opie,
IndieWire,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Fringe trim along the sides adds texture and visual interest to your space, while plush cushions keep you comfortable.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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In these squabbles, lies are told, stories are made up and the mantra that there are two sides to everything is proven false.—
Dave Lieber,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Aspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspects. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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