1
as in side
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
depending on what aspect of college life you consider most important, there are several colleges which might be good for you
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2
as in presence
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality
he has the aspect of a man used to giving orders and seeing them obeyed
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3
as in orientation
the state or fact of facing a particular direction
the harbor's northern aspect means that vessels are often exposed to strong winds
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4
as in gaze
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspect
Another key aspect of her career journey is her willingness to step outside her comfort zone.
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Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 July 2025
But perhaps the most analog aspect of ATC is that human beings are needed to guide pilots at every stage of flight.
—Adrienne Bernhard, Scientific American, 10 July 2025
The structure of traditional schooling allows kids to hit all those educational milestones through a set schedule of classes—Bogart agrees that a challenge aspect of unschooling is that level of structure exist in this education model.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 9 July 2025
The doc was directed by filmmakers Grace Lee and Patty Ahn and explores aspects of ARMY including passion, creativity and activism, following BTS fans across continents.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 9 July 2025
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Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 July 2025
But perhaps the most analog aspect of ATC is that human beings are needed to guide pilots at every stage of flight.
—Adrienne Bernhard, Scientific American, 10 July 2025
The structure of traditional schooling allows kids to hit all those educational milestones through a set schedule of classes—Bogart agrees that a challenge aspect of unschooling is that level of structure exist in this education model.
—Taylor Grothe, Parents, 9 July 2025
The doc was directed by filmmakers Grace Lee and Patty Ahn and explores aspects of ARMY including passion, creativity and activism, following BTS fans across continents.
—Katie Bain, Billboard, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
Noun
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Increase understanding of financial tools, including Roth IRAs, compound interest, contributions to retirement as a side job, and employer match programs.—
Alejandra Rojas,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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The dual-chamber dirty/clean cube has a shocking 15-liter capacity and the dirty side seals off.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
5 July 2025
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The brand will maintain a presence at SummerSlam, WWE’s biggest summer event, which this year becomes a two-night spectacular on August 2 and 3 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.—
Essence,
Essence,
10 July 2025
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But Fletcher said the gun was not tested for the presence of Sartor’s DNA or fingerprints.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 July 2025
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This long-term orientation enables Japanese corporate investors to make patient capital investments that may not align with the typical five- to seven-year return horizons of traditional venture capitalists.—
Nicole LeBlanc,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The two had met an hour earlier, during an orientation for the 24 Hour Musicals, a yearly creative challenge that is a bit like the Pomodoro Technique for the theatre-kid soul.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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As Monday's verdict was read out, Erin didn't drop her gaze from the jury, per The Guardian.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
7 July 2025
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While that gaze is no longer popular in mainstream literature, many readers have found Tacos’ writing to be refreshingly honest — to others, needlessly offensive.—
John McDermott,
Rolling Stone,
6 July 2025
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And in thinking about it, contemplate what happens to the productivity of humans when their work is paired with other hands, human and mechanical.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Several were arrested by Capitol Police, and footage online showed officers tying the protestors' hands with zip ties.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
1 July 2025
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This shift in the cat's demeanor resonated with viewers who recognized the familiar orange cat attitude.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 June 2025
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Unable to keep pace, academic administrations largely stopped trying to control students’ use of artificial intelligence and adopted an attitude of hopeful resignation, encouraging teachers to explore the practical, pedagogical applications of A.I.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
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Many of you grocery shoppers reading this page are likely rolling your eyes, realizing that your full grocery bill is actually much higher.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 July 2025
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Images long associated with the birth of the United States ― the date 1776, the Declaration of Independence, George Washington's head and, of course, the American flag ― transformed before viewers' eyes into iconic Milwaukee landmarks like the Hoan Bridge and American Family Field.—
Natalie Eilbert,
jsonline.com,
5 July 2025
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Or is this only a phase during which time these non-U.S. marketers and non-English language natives are making an all-out assault to project and protect brand names into the United States for their own purposes?—
Jess Collen,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Better yet, invite people with disabilities to provide input during the design phase of a building.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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