1
as in side
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded
from this angle, that car looks gray, not brown
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2
as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
what's your angle on the problem?
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3
as in curvature
something that curves or is curved
the road around the peninsula is all angles and hairpin turns
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as in to slope
to set or cause to be at an angle
angle the camera this way and the Leaning Tower of Pisa will look straight
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Recent Examples of angle
Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 12 June 2026
That experiential angle ties the whole 2026 fragrance conversation together.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 7 June 2026
Private companies are angling for a lucrative statewide contract while state lawmakers are preparing for a special session to address Georgia’s voting system, the AJC’s Caleb Groves and Tamar Hallerman report.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
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Noun
Lower quality screens can also shift colors based on the angle someone is watching from.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 12 June 2026
That experiential angle ties the whole 2026 fragrance conversation together.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 12 June 2026
Verb
After Mamdani captured the nomination last summer, Lander was reportedly angling to become first deputy mayor—in essence, chief lieutenant—in the new administration.
—Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 7 June 2026
Private companies are angling for a lucrative statewide contract while state lawmakers are preparing for a special session to address Georgia’s voting system, the AJC’s Caleb Groves and Tamar Hallerman report.
—Adam Beam, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for angle
Noun
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The Targaryen civil war has been a bit of a slow burn so far, though both sides of the family have suffered major casualties.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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But after community concerns were raised, work on the Jefferson side is being delayed, according to the memo.—
Dawn White,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Noun
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Each delivers thoughtful insights and actionable ideas that challenge your perspective and inspire new ways of thinking.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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There’s some familiarity there, both from his and the Sharks’ perspective.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
Noun
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This limited-time offer saves you a sweet 27% on an advanced ultrawide battle station packing a 180Hz refresh rate, WUHD 5K x 2K resolution, and a deep 1000R curvature.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
11 June 2026
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Scoliosis is a three-dimensional curvature and rotation of the spine that often develops during periods of rapid growth.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
Verb
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The Obama Presidential Center, which opens to the public on Friday, on Juneteenth, hugs the north end of Jackson Park, runs alongside a lagoon, rises 225 feet at its highest, and rolls backward down Stony Island Avenue, settling into 58,000 square feet of brilliantly green sloping lawn.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
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Native to eastern North America, wild mountain laurel plants grow en masse along woodland margins, rivers and streambanks, and sloping hillsides.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
13 June 2026
Noun
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That idea guided nearly every aspect of the wardrobe.—
Precious Fondren,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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State police said there is no indication of foul play, suspicious circumstances or any criminal aspect connected to the case.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
Noun
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The second film will explore facets of the protagonist from other viewpoints, said Torrens.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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Schools have to also create a procedure in writing on how students can use those spaces to express their viewpoints.—
Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Designed to blur the line between indoors and outdoors, the home is organized as a series of pavilions surrounding a massive central atrium with a reflecting pool, sculptural curves, and a distinctive grid-like roof supported by colossal columns.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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The rules are simple, the equipment is minimal and the learning curve is short enough that beginners can hold a rally within minutes.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Verb
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Only six minutes into this match, New Zealand has scored to take a 1-0 lead and temporarily quiet what had been a raucous crowd tilted toward the Iranian team.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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Balancing comedy and dread is a delicate thing; tilt either way and the moment becomes camp.—
Stephen Rodrick,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2026
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“Angle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/angle. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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