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dimensions

noun

plural of dimension
as in scope
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 dimensions Indeed, in her devotion to sparkle, Pechman declines to probe too deeply into any of the industry’s more hurtful or exploitative dimensions. — Natalia Winkelman, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026 Whether the China business can further develop these dimensions will depend on the local team’s understanding of individual city needs, as well as the ability of its stores and communities to consistently deliver high-quality experiences. — Advertorial, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2026 When a whisker bends against a surface, these sensors measure tiny pressure shifts to calculate contact depth and location in three dimensions instantly. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026 At trial, prosecutors laid out evidence to show how the dimensions of the hatchet matched the dimensions of the injuries on Andrew and Abby’s skulls, per CBS News. — Lynsey Eidell, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026 Beyond the celebrity and sports dimensions of the event, both the gala and the festival will include participation from experts in psychology, fitness, fashion, mindfulness and many other areas. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026 Although the algebra extends comfortably to higher dimensions, finding optimal sphere packings in higher dimensions is extremely difficult. — Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2026 Both the Kia Seltos and Honda HR-V make good use of their compact dimensions, offering roomy cabins with generous space in both rows. — ABC News, 16 Sep. 2026 With another interested party, the financial dimensions of the deal began to shift and Sunderland improved their offer to the player and his agents. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimensions
  1. scope
  2. extent
  3. range
  4. width
Noun
  • The 2025 opening of Plan C’s 4,090-square-foot Milan flagship highlighted the brand’s potential to showcase ready-to-wear and accessories collections, alongside a wider scope of brands and projects under Castiglioni’s curation.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The film blends historical scope with a visceral, lyrical narrative exploring Puerto Rico’s origins.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of scope
Noun
  • The most famous example of that dissent was the Occupy Wall Street movement in 2011, which put the phrase the 1 percent into the lexicon, highlighting the extent of the wealth gap in the United States.
    — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Rich Sommer gives us the voice of Kavanaugh extolling the pleasures of beer and barking at senators who pointedly ask about the extent of his drinking.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of extent
Noun
  • The South Korean government has launched an app which allows victims of stalking offences to be notified if their stalker comes within range.
    — Will Barker, TheWeek, 16 Sep. 2026
  • That could give the weapon a theoretical range of about 280 miles.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of range
Noun
  • To convert the solid preforms into fiber, workers load them into multi-story draw towers where they are heated and pulled down to 125 microns in diameter — roughly the width of a human hair.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Farke found use for him as a No 6, No 8 and No 10, with some width thrown in for good measure.
    — Beren Cross, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of width

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“Dimensions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimensions. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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