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facet

noun

fac·et | \ ˈfa-sət

Definition of facet

1 : any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) Each facet of the problem requires careful attention.

2 : a small plane surface (as on a cut gem) — see brilliant illustration

3 : the external corneal surface of an ommatidium

4 : a smooth flat circumscribed anatomical surface (as of a bone)

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Each facet of the problem requires careful attention. the different facets of our culture Which facet of his character is most appealing? the facets of a diamond

Recent Examples on the Web These days every facet of our lives is digitized, aggregated and catalogued, creating massive amounts of data– fueling a growing concern with digital privacy. — Ryan Mccarthy, Rolling Stone, "A New Rendezvous With ‘The Girlfriend Experience’ Season 3," 19 Apr. 2021 Climate change is affecting every facet of our society, and its impacts will only become more dire. — Time, "States Must Help Schools Tackle the Climate Crisis—Beyond What's On the Curriculum," 15 Apr. 2021 More than 20 staffers discuss each facet of the city’s recovery effort. — New York Times, "Why Bill de Blasio Is Finally Having Fun as Mayor," 15 Apr. 2021 From contract negotiations to building upkeep and maintenance, each facet can have a thousand smaller tasks that serve as prerequisites to achieving the larger goal. — Expert Panel, Forbes, "11 Tips For Prospective CRE Managers," 12 Apr. 2021 Most reveals every brilliant facet of all 15 gems, giving voice to all their many layers simultaneously and setting them aloft in a way no pianist could. — Zachary Lewis, cleveland, "Cleveland Orchestra treats Adella patrons to electic 20th-century program, with flute," 9 Apr. 2021 The only facet requiring change was recruiting a few reliable outside shooters and developing an offensive flow. — Jay Brinker, The Enquirer, "Guest TML: It's time for UC basketball coach John Brannen, UC to part company," 9 Apr. 2021 The Crusaders controlled every facet of the game from there on, beginning with Tucker Destino’s 8-yard rushing touchdown to put his team ahead for good on its ensuing drive. — BostonGlobe.com, "Bishop Fenwick routs Archbishop Williams after early stumble," 9 Apr. 2021 At the beginning of a third season of this Orioles regime, here’s how each facet of the baseball side is meeting expectations. — Jon Meoli, baltimoresun.com, "Is the Orioles’ rebuild on track? From prospects to player development to scouting, here’s where things stand.," 29 Mar. 2021

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