How to Use dimension in a Sentence

dimension

noun
  • She carefully measured each dimension of the room.
  • The social dimensions of the problem must also be taken into account.
  • The dimensions are the same for this tote.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The grey added dimension and broke up the look in the best way.
    — Mecca Pryor, Essence, 17 Mar. 2026
  • This trick adds dimension and makes even a small space feel lush.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
  • This show is adding three new dimensions.
    — Kevin Townsend, The Atlantic, 18 June 2026
  • But bottom line is the court is still the same dimension.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Moving the laser in three dimensions built the boat dot by dot.
    — Tracy H. Schloemer, IEEE Spectrum, 19 Sep. 2023
  • Let’s start there — 0% body fat, the dimensions on the waist.
    — Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
  • The new set uses more screens that add dimension to show scenes.
    — Eve Chen, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
  • But the art reveals just one dimension of the venue.
    — David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
  • Onions add flavor, dimension, and a nice hint of acid.
    — Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
  • Onions add flavor, dimension, and a nice hint of acid.
    — Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Mporokoso said Williams adds a new dimension.
    — Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026
  • To ensure the dimensions work, use painter’s tape to map out the piece on the floor.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Add dimension to your look with a few 3D swirls.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
  • This smoky color adds dimension with cool hues.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
  • There’s a wellness dimension to the trend, too.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
  • Slim gold smile lines add structure and dimension.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The lighter strands brighten brunette curls while adding dimension.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2026
  • The waves help to add body to her hair, while the lowlights at the end bring in more dimension.
    — Elise Tabin, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
  • Then there is the dimension that turns all of this into a market.
    — Bill Schiffmiller, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
  • Her auburn highlights add a fun pop of color and dimension to her dark brown hair.
    — Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
  • But your books often have a dimension of magic in them.
    — Dean Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Swirls of color add dimension and a touch of summer fun.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 June 2026
  • There is much to be said for temptation in two dimensions.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Her roots are a rich chestnut color to add dimension and depth.
    — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The process was able to capture the true surface in three dimensions.
    — Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Add dimension to your fall porch decor with plenty of layers.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Black paint colors should also be viewed through the lens of dimension.
    — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026

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