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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
Winner: iPad Size and Design The 11-inch iPad has a slightly larger screen but keeps the dimensions of the 2022 model.
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PCMAG, 5 Mar. 2025
This exploration of cultural intersections adds another dimension to the narrative, highlighting the unique setting of Morón de la Frontera.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 4 Mar. 2025
When cruising at more relaxed speeds, the car soaked up the decidedly rough road surfaces extremely well for a car with such petite dimensions.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 3 Mar. 2025
The film takes on Proustian dimensions by using a smoking pipe as the catalyst for the old man’s memories, which come to life in beautiful drawings by animator Kunio Katō.
—Jeremy Fassler, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
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PCMAG, 5 Mar. 2025
This exploration of cultural intersections adds another dimension to the narrative, highlighting the unique setting of Morón de la Frontera.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 4 Mar. 2025
When cruising at more relaxed speeds, the car soaked up the decidedly rough road surfaces extremely well for a car with such petite dimensions.
—Tim Stevens, Ars Technica, 3 Mar. 2025
The film takes on Proustian dimensions by using a smoking pipe as the catalyst for the old man’s memories, which come to life in beautiful drawings by animator Kunio Katō.
—Jeremy Fassler, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimension
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With a footprint twice the size of its nearest competitor, the company benefits from long-term leasing contracts, notes Klimczak.—
Sergei Klebnikov,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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The exact amount may vary slightly depending on the size and variety of the avocado.—
Nancy LeBrun,
Verywell Health,
10 Mar. 2025
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Kessler regularly represents the MLBPA in litigation (including in a recent case concerning the scope of the union’s over agents), and has been involved in every past decertification effort by players unions.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Prior to principal photography, Anderson spent more than a year working with his VFX supervisor Dennis Berardi to develop the full look and scope of the Lost Lands.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
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It has been recognized industrywide as the solution to modern brand measurement.—
Laurie Brookins,
The Hollywood Reporter,
7 Mar. 2025
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This metric analyzes a college’s expendable assets divided by its total liabilities, similar to the primary reserve ratio’s measurement relative to annual expenses.—
Emma Whitford,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Also striking: several court cases in Florida highlight the extent to which criminal networks operate to funnel weapons to Haiti and its menacing gangs.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
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To the extent Medicare receives funding from the states, expect higher state and local taxes, property taxes, and consumption taxes like sales and use taxes, to cover the shortfall.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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As a buyer, the club is exclusively showing interest in younger players, ideally in the mid-20s age range, that have term remaining on their deal.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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The taxes are expected to lead to higher prices on a wide range of imports, including Canadian lumber, fresh produce from Mexico and toys from China.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2025
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The distance between your hands in this stance is the width of the most comfortable handlebar for your bike.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Microplastics are fragments of plastic measuring less than five millimeters long—some may be the size of a pencil eraser, while others are several times smaller than the width of a human hair.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 18 Mar. 2025.
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