as in aspect
the state or fact of facing a particular direction a building's orientation is an important consideration in the Chinese practice of feng shui

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Recent Examples of orientation Listen to this article The Chicago Bears completed their rookie camp Sunday in Lake Forest, wrapping up a three-day orientation process for their eight-man draft class. Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2025 The rookie said he wasn’t given the chance to unleash his complete arsenal of acceleration during what turned out to be an individual drill orientation. Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 11 May 2025 Athena's solar panels couldn't harvest enough sunlight in this orientation, and the probe was declared dead the next day. Mike Wall, Space.com, 14 May 2025 Follow him for travel inspiration, orientation, and location guides that get to the heart of some truly amazing places. Duncan Madden, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for orientation
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Noun
  • But perhaps the most dominant aspect of the win came on the defensive end.
    Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 23 May 2025
  • Just as a sommelier must understand both the technical aspects of wine and the human aspects of service, tech leaders must bridge the gap between complex solutions and real human problems.
    Dennis Kozak, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Self-care should reflect your alignment, mental clarity, and ability to stay present, even when life isn’t perfect.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 May 2025
  • Lack of alignment on cultural elements—like corporate values, vision for the future, the attitudes and behaviors that drive outcomes—can derail even the most promising acquisition.
    Steve Swinney, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
Noun
  • The broad strokes of the analysis reflect concerns that researchers in public health have raised for many years, particularly related to nutrition, lifestyle and exposure to pollution and other harmful chemicals in our food and environment.
    Will Stone, NPR, 22 May 2025
  • The report will offer a comprehensive look at how Americans have become sick from exposure to toxins in food, environment and pharmaceutical drugs.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 22 May 2025

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“Orientation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/orientation. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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