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
That might sound like a knock, but Rookie Cops is a surprisingly spry police procedural even if that aspect is not the main attraction (so to speak).
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Geoffrey Bunting, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
The show introduces viewers to different aspects of Wakandan culture, further reiterating the power and importance of the sacred Vibranium.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 1 Aug. 2025
Leaves are bright green and, overall, the plant is highly ornamental in addition to its edible aspect.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 1 Aug. 2025
These genres have totally influenced every aspect of pop culture.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
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Geoffrey Bunting, Time, 1 Aug. 2025
The show introduces viewers to different aspects of Wakandan culture, further reiterating the power and importance of the sacred Vibranium.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 1 Aug. 2025
Leaves are bright green and, overall, the plant is highly ornamental in addition to its edible aspect.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 1 Aug. 2025
These genres have totally influenced every aspect of pop culture.
—Steve Baltin, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
Noun
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The first construction phase, projected to be completed in the third quarter of 2026, will be on the east side of the site.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Photos from the scene of the accident showed the Bentley all banged up, with severe damage to both sides near the front tires.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Yet there is a rush in some corners of the MLS fan landscape to give Lionel Messi’s presence in the league credit for drawing each player’s interest.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Gill was a beguiling presence, breaking into an in-place trot when singing a lyric about running around on a sunny day.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Thin strips of skin were cut either along or across the natural collagen fiber orientation.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 July 2025
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The upright charging area has two coils inside, making sure that the device can be charged in any orientation.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
Noun
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Commentators were quick to criticize the campaign for appealing to the male gaze.—
Kian Bakhtiari,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Others are slamming the campaign for catering to the male gaze and taking inspiration from Brooke Shields' controversial 1980 denim campaign.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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In real life, people may shuffle only a few times between hands and not mix the cards well.—
Andrew Montequin,
jsonline.com,
29 July 2025
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Place your hands at your sides, bend your knees, and place your feet flat on the floor Tighten your abs by pushing your low back into the ground.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
28 July 2025
Noun
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The reports are good: his attitude has been normal and his application during the pre-season conditioning tests has been of a high standard.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Staley said Moore’s football chops, knowledge and coaching attitude come from his dad.—
Shaun Goodwin
July 25,
Idaho Statesman,
25 July 2025
Noun
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It'd be delivered with a laugh and a pat on the back and a hug, and probably some tears in his eyes for being proud of me.—
Dan Gorenstein,
NPR,
29 July 2025
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Congestion, itchy eyes, and sneezing might also occur with postnasal drip.11 Pertussis (whooping cough) is a bacterial respiratory infection.—
Health Editorial Team,
Health,
29 July 2025
Noun
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To build one, think in four layers: Stage Design: Start by mapping out the high-level phases of your sales cycle.—
Ryan Hohman,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Slice Mob is growing under Zocco’s leadership and ever evolving, now moving into a phase to help those who are experiencing food insecurity too.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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