1
as in phases
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 looks
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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as in orientations
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 gazes
archaic
a fixed intent look
his aspect was focused on the distant shore
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Recent Examples of aspects
Readers send Miss Manners not only their table and party questions, but those involving the more complicated aspects of life - romance, work, family relationships, child-rearing, death - as well as philosophical and moral dilemmas.
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Judith Martin, Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
In December 2023, NPR reported that Lewis had been accused of being involved in efforts to cover up aspects of the early-2010s phone-hacking scandal at Murdoch’s UK tabloids.
—Andrew Kirell, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Military teams discuss details of potential ceasefire Zelenskyy said military teams had discussed in detail technical aspects of how to monitor a potential ceasefire.
—Yuliia Dysa, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
The agent teams feature allows users to deploy multiple AI agents simultaneously that handle different aspects of a larger project.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2026
Other aspects of the agreement have stalled, including the deployment of an international security force, Hamas’ disarmament and the start of Gaza’s reconstruction.
—Sam Metz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
October 23 – November 21 Certain aspects of your soul are ready to surface.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
Many aspects of your health influence your blood pressure.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
There were a couple of really unusual aspects to that.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Judith Martin, Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
In December 2023, NPR reported that Lewis had been accused of being involved in efforts to cover up aspects of the early-2010s phone-hacking scandal at Murdoch’s UK tabloids.
—Andrew Kirell, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Military teams discuss details of potential ceasefire Zelenskyy said military teams had discussed in detail technical aspects of how to monitor a potential ceasefire.
—Yuliia Dysa, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
The agent teams feature allows users to deploy multiple AI agents simultaneously that handle different aspects of a larger project.
—Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 6 Feb. 2026
Other aspects of the agreement have stalled, including the deployment of an international security force, Hamas’ disarmament and the start of Gaza’s reconstruction.
—Sam Metz, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
October 23 – November 21 Certain aspects of your soul are ready to surface.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
Many aspects of your health influence your blood pressure.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 30 Jan. 2026
There were a couple of really unusual aspects to that.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspects
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The two buildings would be constructed in two phases, according to planning documents.—
Kendrick Calfee
February 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Rangers should be where the Houston Astros were around the 2018 season, and still in the beginning phases of a prolonged run of success.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Feb. 2026
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The state and national pageants showcase the talents, brains and looks of the woman synonymous with American beauty.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Chesterfield Some sofa styles, like Chesterfield, lose the favor of designers due to their size and feel rather than their looks.—
Halee Miller Van Ryswyk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Feb. 2026
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The County agreed to provide ADA training for the court staff; include clear statements on all jury summons regarding ADA accommodations; posting signage in jury assembly areas identifying ADA contacts, and reinforcing during jury orientations that ADA accommodations can be arranged.—
Dana Afana,
Freep.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Immigration Justice Project will initially offer legal screenings, orientations, advice, referrals and pro se assistance for those looking to represent themselves, said interim director Laura Flores.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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Enveloped in all this optical dazzlement, and cutting across the frame with their bold, frontal gazes, the women are the very embodiment of dignity and power, mirrors of the independence roiling at the heart of the nation.—
Zoë Hopkins,
New Yorker,
7 Feb. 2026
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Besides their long, dark hair and smoldering gazes, what do Charli XCX and Salma Hayek have in common?—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
1 Feb. 2026
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If runways in Milan and Paris offer any early hint, NYFW may be defined more by curved silhouettes and soft edges than by harsh angles and bright yet classic colorplay in place of the ever-present clean-girl aesthetic.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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The book opens its aperture to the amplest of wide angles, too.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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But over time as social norms changed, so did attitudes toward assertive female Horses.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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Generation Alpha, approximately 2012 to 2024 — a sprawling group of people with unique media habits and diverse attitudes on where sports fit into their lives.—
Jay Cohen,
Fortune,
10 Feb. 2026
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At the gym, located in Garden Grove, Hansen says they were met with unwelcoming and leering stares before entering the facility.—
Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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In Iris’ eyes (which Petrova communicates nonverbally via smitten stares), bonding with Aris, even if under circumstances mostly advantageous to him, fills an empty cup within her.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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The two sides agreed to swap 314 prisoners in the first such exchange in five months, Steve Witkoff said in a post on X on Thursday.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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Turn the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook, turning once, until the daikon is tender and both sides are deep golden brown, 8–10 minutes.—
Chihiro Tomioka,
Saveur,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Aspects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aspects. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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