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
In addition to the US chipmaker’s expertise, Musk has been recruiting people with knowledge of many different facets of chip plant operations, from chip design to power management, construction and procurement.
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Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The main charges essentially boiled down to whether or not Live Nation and Ticketmaster had monopoly power over various facets of the industry, like the primary ticketing market for major concert venues, or the large amphitheater market.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
Even scenes of relaxed social or domestic activity, including one of a wedding where guests join in a collective rifle salute, are a reminder that few facets of American life are free from political influence and implication.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Apr. 2026
With two scrappy final women, the movie is brimming with female empowerment, one of Weaving’s favorite facets of modern horror.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
Commander Reid Wiseman As commander, 50-year-old Reid Wiseman is the astronaut who ensures all facets of the mission work seamlessly, from crew communication to decisions made during spaceflight.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Though that is significantly fewer facets than many traditional cuts, each one was carefully positioned to increase shine.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
Just two days ago, this page discussed the many facets of the public debate on the $7 billion 1901 Project, a huge concert venue, hotel, retail and housing development surrounding the United Center, as proposed by that stadium’s owners.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The best gifts for the women in our lives should be a celebration of their many facets and hobbies.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
The main charges essentially boiled down to whether or not Live Nation and Ticketmaster had monopoly power over various facets of the industry, like the primary ticketing market for major concert venues, or the large amphitheater market.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2026
Even scenes of relaxed social or domestic activity, including one of a wedding where guests join in a collective rifle salute, are a reminder that few facets of American life are free from political influence and implication.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 13 Apr. 2026
With two scrappy final women, the movie is brimming with female empowerment, one of Weaving’s favorite facets of modern horror.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026
Commander Reid Wiseman As commander, 50-year-old Reid Wiseman is the astronaut who ensures all facets of the mission work seamlessly, from crew communication to decisions made during spaceflight.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Though that is significantly fewer facets than many traditional cuts, each one was carefully positioned to increase shine.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 Mar. 2026
Just two days ago, this page discussed the many facets of the public debate on the $7 billion 1901 Project, a huge concert venue, hotel, retail and housing development surrounding the United Center, as proposed by that stadium’s owners.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
The best gifts for the women in our lives should be a celebration of their many facets and hobbies.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for facets
Noun
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Because most moviegoers aren’t necessarily familiar with the technical aspects of getting inside a character.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
12 Apr. 2026
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But the aspects of Outcome that resonate have nearly nothing to do with the nonsensical specter of cancel culture.—
Josh Spiegel,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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There's currently no estimate of how much all the improvements will cost, but the city received a $5 million grant to proceed with the planning and design phases.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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While seated on their hands, cabin crew also conduct a silent review, or go over a mental checklist of key safety elements that might be needed during critical flight phases, according to Ocampo.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This flexible holder attaches easily to your seatback tray table and adjusts to multiple angles, allowing for hands-free viewing without craning your neck.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
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Allen didn’t work out at the combine, so this is a film-first evaluation, but his keys, angles and finishing ability give him one of the safer projections in the class.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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“Facets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/facets. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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