1
as in side
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 presence
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 orientation
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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4
as in gaze
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspect
The two generations might differ in that aspect, but Hyder understands why Gen Z is seeking to learn from millennials.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Today By Paulina Berges A luxury hotel with a ryokan spirit, the proprietress of this eight-room property also happens to be an interior designer and meticulously curated every aspect.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The Career Technical Education aspect of her job involves helping students with technical pathway courses such as agriculture, auto shop and digital media.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Three takeaways from Royals road trip against Milwaukee Brewers
AL Contention: How Royals are viewed by opposing MLB teams around the league
Here are more notable aspects from Friday’s game:
Vinnie Pasquantino returns to first base
Pasquantino made his presence felt on Friday.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Today By Paulina Berges A luxury hotel with a ryokan spirit, the proprietress of this eight-room property also happens to be an interior designer and meticulously curated every aspect.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The Career Technical Education aspect of her job involves helping students with technical pathway courses such as agriculture, auto shop and digital media.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Three takeaways from Royals road trip against Milwaukee Brewers
AL Contention: How Royals are viewed by opposing MLB teams around the league
Here are more notable aspects from Friday’s game:
Vinnie Pasquantino returns to first base
Pasquantino made his presence felt on Friday.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
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The benefits on the network side are also a major reason for our investment in Capital One.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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How is distilling whiskey in Texas different than Kentucky? MH: The climate has a big effect on the barrel aging side of things, and during fermentation and distillation.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Unlike earlier platforms reportedly deployed and later removed following protests from Seoul last year, China is doubling down on the presence of its latest jackup rig, named for three long legs that can be lowered to the sea floor for stabilization.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Despite the presence of Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker, the Suns were a mess, and one of the most disappointing teams in basketball.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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The mid-Atlantic region, particularly around Washington D.C., has seen very few direct hurricane landfalls due to its coastline orientation and prevailing wind patterns.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Proprioceptive stimming relates to our orientation in the space around us.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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About her calm power and that soft, unblinking gaze.—
Nina E. Cerfolio,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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Mud puddles are courageous, too, when returning the unblinking, burning gaze of the sky’s white eye.—
contributing Monitor poets,
Christian Science Monitor,
23 Apr. 2025
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If colour is needed, Tom will apply much of it by hand, just like an artist.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Reusable gloves, trash bags, grabber tools, hand sanitizer, sunscreen and water will be provided.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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But the pooch's positive attitude and adaptability to his wheelchair changed everything.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The new information highlights Google’s attitudes towards those who choose the regular model and those who go Pro.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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To implement the policy, staff members were told to keep an eye on visitors, and check in to see if individuals are waiting on mobile orders, meeting someone, or other scenarios.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Other big names to watch out for Outside of those four, there are plenty of other college stars to keep an eye on.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2025
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Discover this week’s must-see night sky events, moon phases, and stunning astrophotos.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Stage 4 cancer is the most advanced phase of the disease, with a five-year survival rate of 35%, according to the American Cancer Society.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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