as in aspects
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 facets
This means candidates in 2026 will need to consider the wide support for many facets of immigration policy, such as a pathway to citizenship for undocumented residents.
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Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Obviously there’s a lot more facets to that.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
However, many observations now compel us to question one or more of these facets of the Universe.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
There are also the practical facets related to the turmoil within HHS which are likely to create real-world harms.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
These specific diamonds are typically square with rounded corners and feature 58 facets.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Many of Young’s signature facets were on display.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Still, some facets of the economy have proven resilient.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2025
The long wall gave the artist the opportunity to explore several facets of Haliburton's impact.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Sep. 2025
Obviously there’s a lot more facets to that.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025
However, many observations now compel us to question one or more of these facets of the Universe.
—Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Sep. 2025
There are also the practical facets related to the turmoil within HHS which are likely to create real-world harms.
—Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
These specific diamonds are typically square with rounded corners and feature 58 facets.
—Michelle Lee, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Many of Young’s signature facets were on display.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Still, some facets of the economy have proven resilient.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 26 Aug. 2025
The long wall gave the artist the opportunity to explore several facets of Haliburton's impact.
—Domenica Bongiovanni, IndyStar, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facets
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For those who will fill a sizeable chunk of the 52,769 seats on a regular basis, however, there are other, less heralded aspects to the new build that may well ensure Everton avoid the pitfalls suffered by other clubs when upping sticks from a beloved old home.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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De Pablo’s own experiences have helped her blend aspects of her life into the fan-favorite family.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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The stages of the eclipse include penumbral and umbral phases, which refer to the two main parts of the shadow that the moon casts.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Sep. 2025
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The gangs also continue to have access to small arms and unmanned aircraft systems — drones — capable of reaching low-altitude phases of flight, the FAA said.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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At certain angles, the photo’s dark backdrop allows viewers to see the reflection of former President Barack Obama’s portrait that depicts him surrounded by greenery and flowers representing Chicago and Hawaii.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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My inner circle also made sure my body angles were flattering, my cheeks — all of them — were flushed and perky, and my facial expressions were authentic and strong.—
Mark Gray,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Facets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facets. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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