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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
Because there is a social and societal dimension to Hamlet.
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
The simple design has the comfort and fit of a classic long-sleeve shirt, but with a twisted mock neck that adds a touch of dimension.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Theodor Kaluza added extra dimensions, attempting to unify gravity with electromagnetism.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 5 Sep. 2025
By this point, the movie’s film-noir framework reveals ample psychological, moral, and symbolic dimensions, and one that is explicitly political—the potential for police officers to abuse their power and frame others for their own misdeeds.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2025
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Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 6 Sep. 2025
The simple design has the comfort and fit of a classic long-sleeve shirt, but with a twisted mock neck that adds a touch of dimension.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Theodor Kaluza added extra dimensions, attempting to unify gravity with electromagnetism.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 5 Sep. 2025
By this point, the movie’s film-noir framework reveals ample psychological, moral, and symbolic dimensions, and one that is explicitly political—the potential for police officers to abuse their power and frame others for their own misdeeds.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimension
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Approaching 36,000 acres in size, the fire moves closer to indirect containment lines as firing operations continue.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Before that, most groups received between $10,000 and $50,000, depending on the organization's size and reach in the community.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Instead, toxic positivity is an intentional effort to look at difficult situations in an unrealistic way that refuses to consider the full scope of the experience — leading to a person dismissing their feelings and the magnitude of the situation altogether.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Stargate got much of the attention when the UAE-US AI Campus was announced, but is slated to represent just 20% of the project’s total scope.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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All programs begin with an advanced diagnostic visit that includes a body scan to analyze your body composition, as well as measurements of your vital signs, cardiovascular health, stress levels and cognitive function.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Before satellite measurements, researchers relied on estimates and data from a smattering of air and ground-based sensors.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Monitor the Garlic and Deer fires, keeping the both fires within their current perimeters and mop up the the extent necessary to prevent the likelihood of an escape.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Census numbers back that up to an extent.—
Ethan Singer,
New York Times,
2 Sep. 2025
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After two deep misfires, Patrick Mahomes finally connected with Tyquan Thornton deep to get within field-goal range.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
6 Sep. 2025
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After Lautaro Martinez scored Argentina’s second in the 76th minute, Messi tapped in from close range four minutes later to seal Argentina’s win.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Dig a hole that is the same depth as your mum, but at least 1 1/2 times the width of the root ball.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
6 Sep. 2025
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Select a size for your kitchen sink The most common width for a kitchen sink is about 30 inches, and most sinks are at least five inches deep but usually closer to 9 or 10 inches.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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