as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
the vast dimensions of the subject will require years of study
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Recent Examples of dimensions
Addressing all these dimensions is crucial for employee flourishing.
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Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One case where age might be relevant to include would be for companies who measure representation across various dimensions of diversity, such as ensuring pay equity for the same types of jobs across ages, races, genders, etc.
—Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Despite some changes in outfield dimensions, Oracle is still very much a pitcher’s park.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
And Sebastian Stan is just insanely cool and able to show so many dimensions of Bucky.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
The site, expected to open next year, is a feat of engineering considering the narrow dimensions of the fresh land below it, where old waters have been drained to create a 52,888-capacity arena that has been earmarked to host matches at the 2028 European Championship.
—Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Lean into Identity Young highlights the importance of leaders embracing more dimensions of their identity to unlock authenticity and power.
—Alain Hunkins, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Music bouncing off the ceiling and all the wood, filling that old church with sound, hits your ears in unique dimensions, Skaggs says.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag's dimensions are 29 in L x 29 in W x 6 in H, so this is a sizable wreath bag with ample storage room.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
One case where age might be relevant to include would be for companies who measure representation across various dimensions of diversity, such as ensuring pay equity for the same types of jobs across ages, races, genders, etc.
—Sheila Callaham, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
Despite some changes in outfield dimensions, Oracle is still very much a pitcher’s park.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
And Sebastian Stan is just insanely cool and able to show so many dimensions of Bucky.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
The site, expected to open next year, is a feat of engineering considering the narrow dimensions of the fresh land below it, where old waters have been drained to create a 52,888-capacity arena that has been earmarked to host matches at the 2028 European Championship.
—Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Lean into Identity Young highlights the importance of leaders embracing more dimensions of their identity to unlock authenticity and power.
—Alain Hunkins, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Music bouncing off the ceiling and all the wood, filling that old church with sound, hits your ears in unique dimensions, Skaggs says.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The bag's dimensions are 29 in L x 29 in W x 6 in H, so this is a sizable wreath bag with ample storage room.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dimensions
Noun
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The effort would divert in-house teams from their core functions at a time when their role is expanding in scope, complexity, and significance.—
Mark A. Cohen,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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This gives the company scope to reshuffle production and make more for the local market if U.S. President Donald Trump follows through on threats to impose tariffs of around 25% on vehicle imports.—
Victoria Waldersee,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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While a full repeal is unlikely, Congress could codify clearer standards for which decisions are subject to environmental reviews, establish uniform procedures, and define the extent of judicial review, including placing limits on judicial injunctions.—
James Broughel,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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But there is definitely an argument that playing that way weaponises Chelsea’s attackers to the fullest extent.—
Emile Nuh,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Walmart expects earnings per share in the range of $2.50 to $2.60.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Feb. 2025
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This is its first boutique, which also stocks its Cair range.—
Jennifer Weil,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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Mature height is from 1 to 3 feet with a width of 2 to 3 feet.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2025
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If the borders are equal in width, the card could be worth as much as 30-to-50 percent more than an average card in the grade.—
Michael Salfino,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Dimensions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimensions. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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