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
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Kessler regularly represents the MLBPA in litigation (including in a recent case concerning the scope of the union’s over agents), and has been involved in every past decertification effort by players unions.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Prior to principal photography, Anderson spent more than a year working with his VFX supervisor Dennis Berardi to develop the full look and scope of the Lost Lands.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
7 Mar. 2025
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However, with the Russian death toll in Ukraine, which could be as high as 211,000, how veterans integrate into civilian life and how society views them may be shaped by the extent to which the truth of the war's human costs is revealed.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
2 Mar. 2025
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Whilst Europeans may not appreciate the extent to which a ‘beggar thy neighbour’ philosophy is driven by US security policy, the White House is underestimating the value that America’s wide ranging financial, diplomatic and commercial infrastructure bring it.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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As a buyer, the club is exclusively showing interest in younger players, ideally in the mid-20s age range, that have term remaining on their deal.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
5 Mar. 2025
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The taxes are expected to lead to higher prices on a wide range of imports, including Canadian lumber, fresh produce from Mexico and toys from China.—
Scott Horsley,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2025
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They’re finished with subtle whiskering at the thighs, thick cuffs around the ankles, and 23-inch leg openings that are the perfect width to let a pair of pointy-toe heels peek through.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Brentford, Newcastle United, and Chelsea are just three examples below where teams have dropped a winger or midfielder into the defensive line to add extra coverage — forming a situational back five to cover the space across the width of the pitch.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Dimensions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dimensions. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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