as in aspect
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
there are so many facets to Benjamin Franklin: statesman, scientist, inventor, American original
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Recent Examples of facet
His greatest foe was a malevolent being known as The Void, which is actually a facet of his own repressed psyche.
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Jeff Spry, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025
The reason why, like so many other facets of marine reptile history, is still being investigated for experts.
—Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
The addition of stunt design brings the total number of competitive categories to 25 — a thrilling signal that the Academy is embracing long-overdue change, driven not by trend, but by truth: These artists, who exist in every facet of our favorite movies, are essential to the storytelling process.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Skinner has been much better in the second half in all facets but has rarely gained traction from his coach.
—Scott Powers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Jeff Spry, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2025
The reason why, like so many other facets of marine reptile history, is still being investigated for experts.
—Riley Black, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Apr. 2025
The addition of stunt design brings the total number of competitive categories to 25 — a thrilling signal that the Academy is embracing long-overdue change, driven not by trend, but by truth: These artists, who exist in every facet of our favorite movies, are essential to the storytelling process.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Skinner has been much better in the second half in all facets but has rarely gained traction from his coach.
—Scott Powers, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for facet
Noun
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But among the most disappointing aspects of this series was the underwhelming play of Andrew Wiggins.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
29 Apr. 2025
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That’s an especially important mission, considering that this crucial carb plays significant roles in digestion, gut health, and other aspects of your well-being.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The benefits on the network side are also a major reason for our investment in Capital One.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Matthew J. Belvedere,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2025
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The picture on the left side of the frame was a painting of the two dogs, Barney and Buford.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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If there’s a way to shoehorn in a Las Vegas dance number, complete with jazz hands and ostrich feathers, do it!—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
23 Apr. 2025
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Reusable gloves, trash bags, grabber tools, hand sanitizer, sunscreen and water will be provided.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Facet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facet. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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