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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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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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as in gaze
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspect
The two generations might differ in that aspect, but Hyder understands why Gen Z is seeking to learn from millennials.
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Today By Paulina Berges A luxury hotel with a ryokan spirit, the proprietress of this eight-room property also happens to be an interior designer and meticulously curated every aspect.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The Career Technical Education aspect of her job involves helping students with technical pathway courses such as agriculture, auto shop and digital media.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Three takeaways from Royals road trip against Milwaukee Brewers
AL Contention: How Royals are viewed by opposing MLB teams around the league
Here are more notable aspects from Friday’s game:
Vinnie Pasquantino returns to first base
Pasquantino made his presence felt on Friday.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
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Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
Today By Paulina Berges A luxury hotel with a ryokan spirit, the proprietress of this eight-room property also happens to be an interior designer and meticulously curated every aspect.
—Christina Liao, Vogue, 15 Apr. 2025
The Career Technical Education aspect of her job involves helping students with technical pathway courses such as agriculture, auto shop and digital media.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025
Three takeaways from Royals road trip against Milwaukee Brewers
AL Contention: How Royals are viewed by opposing MLB teams around the league
Here are more notable aspects from Friday’s game:
Vinnie Pasquantino returns to first base
Pasquantino made his presence felt on Friday.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
Noun
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This April 3, 2025, photo taken at the Battleship Missouri Memorial in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, shows fragments of the Japanese Zero fighter that a kamikaze pilot flew into the side of the USS Missouri during the Battle of Okinawa on April 11, 1945.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Jersey City Police Department is taking the lead on the investigation since the helicopter crashed on the Jersey City side of the river, Fulop told WABC on Thursday.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2025
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Unlike earlier platforms reportedly deployed and later removed following protests from Seoul last year, China is doubling down on the presence of its latest jackup rig, named for three long legs that can be lowered to the sea floor for stabilization.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Despite the presence of Kevin Durant, Bradley Beal and Devin Booker, the Suns were a mess, and one of the most disappointing teams in basketball.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 Apr. 2025
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The mid-Atlantic region, particularly around Washington D.C., has seen very few direct hurricane landfalls due to its coastline orientation and prevailing wind patterns.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Proprioceptive stimming relates to our orientation in the space around us.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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In the aftermath of the HBO series' season 3 finale, Goggins appeared Tuesday morning on Live With Kelly & Mark for an interview about the episode's epic drama, but his gaze also apparently caused quite a stir backstage at the talk show.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Khalil turned to look at her and then returned his gaze to the front of the room.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2025
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If colour is needed, Tom will apply much of it by hand, just like an artist.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
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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But the pooch's positive attitude and adaptability to his wheelchair changed everything.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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The new information highlights Google’s attitudes towards those who choose the regular model and those who go Pro.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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For now, the investors are largely sitting on the sidelines and keeping an eye out for when disruption flips over and becomes opportunity.—
Evan Clark,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
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And yet, there’s also something fun in exploring the lives of those who don’t blink an eye at dropping $25,000 on a Birkin bag.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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Stage 4 cancer is the most advanced phase of the disease, with a five-year survival rate of 35%, according to the American Cancer Society.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Discover this week’s must-see night sky events, moon phases, and stunning astrophotos.—
Fran Ruiz,
Space.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Aspect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspect. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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