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as in size
the total amount of measurable space or surface occupied by something
the mansion is great in dimension and can easily be converted into a B and B
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as in scope
dimensions plural
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study
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Recent Examples of dimension
The race took on the dimensions of a proxy battle between OpenAI and Anthropic, a clash of money and priorities that seems likely to prefigure other midterm contests.
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
These dimensions include the handle and the wheels.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The next step was adding the Swell Thickening Cream to add dimension and volume, and then the Whirlpool Styling Foam which helped retain the shape of Basset’s style, which was imperative given the length of her hair (longer hair falls flat a lot faster, especially during long nights like the Met).
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 7 May 2026
These dimensions were not arbitrary; however, Kaneda argued that the beam was necessary to remain stable in the Pacific Ocean.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
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Gideon Lewis-Kraus, New Yorker, 7 May 2026
These dimensions include the handle and the wheels.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2026
The next step was adding the Swell Thickening Cream to add dimension and volume, and then the Whirlpool Styling Foam which helped retain the shape of Basset’s style, which was imperative given the length of her hair (longer hair falls flat a lot faster, especially during long nights like the Met).
—Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 7 May 2026
These dimensions were not arbitrary; however, Kaneda argued that the beam was necessary to remain stable in the Pacific Ocean.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimension
Noun
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On one of the main topics, Beccera noted that the state needs to invest in early years education and reduce class sizes to ensure students have a strong educational foundation for their future success.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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On kid’s sizes, the midsole and heel of the shoe feature green and purple LED lights which can be powered on and off with the touch of a button at the heel.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Studies to this point have been limited in their scope or sample sizes, Trela said.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
9 May 2026
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The consequences are significant, given the scope of L’Oréal’s operations in North America.—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Multiple independent measurements show that sea levels are rising along California’s coastline, though the rate varies by location due to local land movement.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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An ability to track stress based on quantitative measurements could empower people to take stress-relieving actions with direct benefits to their health.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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The extent of the spill was disputed Sunday by the government of Trinidad and Tobago, which said only 10 barrels were spilled and the spill was contained the same day it was detected, May 1.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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This happened with the shooting at NFL headquarters in New York City, when Charlie Kirk was assassinated, and to a lesser extent, with the recent incident at the White House Correspondents dinner.—
Lorena O’Neil,
Rolling Stone,
11 May 2026
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Analysts have repeatedly warned that if the war drags on and supply chains are disrupted for long enough, prices for gas and a range of other goods could continue to climb.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Food and drink The breakfast buffet offers a regularly replenished range of fresh fruit, yogurt, breads, pastries, and juices.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The decision to go with the Chubby sizing, which is 7 in (18 cm) wider than Ovrlnd's standard models, was an easy one, expanding the sleeping proportions to a more feasible double bed width of 55 inches (140 cm) atop a slim pickup bed that measures roughly 43 inches (109 cm) wide from rail to rail.—
C.C. Weiss
May 12,
New Atlas,
12 May 2026
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The tackles are setting the width of the pocket.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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