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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 presence of Jeune and Wong lent the masterclass an international dimension.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
Banana Republic’s acquisition of Abandoned Republic, which was started by Robyn Adams, adds another dimension to its own storytelling.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
What’s exciting is knowing that with the WH-1000XM6, listeners can experience that same depth and dimension.
—James Dinh, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Playing with Schaefer should help add dimension to his left, but his ceiling still isn’t inspiring.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Sep. 2025
Banana Republic’s acquisition of Abandoned Republic, which was started by Robyn Adams, adds another dimension to its own storytelling.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
What’s exciting is knowing that with the WH-1000XM6, listeners can experience that same depth and dimension.
—James Dinh, Billboard, 25 Sep. 2025
Playing with Schaefer should help add dimension to his left, but his ceiling still isn’t inspiring.
—The Athletic Nhl, New York Times, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimension
Noun
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Researchers from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) have used a massive UK Biobank dataset analysis to identify that fat distribution, not just overall size, maps to distinct changes in brain structure and connectivity.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Sep. 2025
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Shoppers can choose from a plethora of colors, including neutrals such as light gray and beige, and autumn-ready hues such as red orange, all of which are available in sizes from twin to oversized king.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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And by looking at the broader scope of medical data, these researchers found that almost all the cases did have traditional, modifiable risks in their chart before developing cardiovascular disease, Cheng said.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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The scale and influence of Nashville's healthcare industry cluster is national in scope, generating more than half a million jobs globally, according to the Council.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There are various measurements that determine the rankings, with one of the key measures being graduation rates.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
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Follow-up measurements, however, sharply reduced the risk.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Sep. 2025
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The inquiry challenges the extent to which social media companies are responsible when users engage with and confess to violence online.—
Rachyl Jones,
semafor.com,
23 Sep. 2025
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To differing extents, all of these shows are love letters to forms pundits spy on the chopping block—the late night show, the local rag, and the good old fashioned art-house film.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
23 Sep. 2025
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This affordable and machine-washable version comes in a range of 21 colors.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Sep. 2025
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Viki offers a range of free and subscription streaming options and is widely distributed across Samsung, LG and other connected TV platforms.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
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Mapping means travelers with disabilities measure more than 200 data points, such as bed heights or doorway widths, since accessibility is far from one-size-fits-all, but rather that various needs can be met.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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According to Delta’s website, Comfort+ seats are the same width as standard economy but provide more legroom.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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“Dimension.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimension. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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