as in tilted
inclined or twisted to one side
the portrait in the foyer was lopsided, so I straightened it while I was waiting
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Recent Examples of lopsided
Now Becerra is on the verge of another break — facing Republican former Fox news commentator Steve Hilton in a lopsided fall contest.
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George Skelton, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
In stark contrast to Friday night’s lopsided 6-0 loss, Saturday’s win showcased the kind of adaptability Miami will need to stay afloat as its rotation remains short-handed.
—Tyler Carmona
june 6, Miami Herald, 7 June 2026
Still, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams were brilliant throughout this run, and OKC’s depth (aided by a lopsided 2024 offseason trade for Alex Caruso) suffocated top-heavy teams like Denver.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
That’s easier said than done with the Mets’ inconsistent lineup; lopsided wins are rare.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 3 June 2026
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George Skelton, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
In stark contrast to Friday night’s lopsided 6-0 loss, Saturday’s win showcased the kind of adaptability Miami will need to stay afloat as its rotation remains short-handed.
—Tyler Carmona
june 6, Miami Herald, 7 June 2026
Still, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams were brilliant throughout this run, and OKC’s depth (aided by a lopsided 2024 offseason trade for Alex Caruso) suffocated top-heavy teams like Denver.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
That’s easier said than done with the Mets’ inconsistent lineup; lopsided wins are rare.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lopsided
Adjective
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Compared with tilted plastic rafts used in warmer climates, this design attaches flexible solar panels directly to thick, waterproof foam sheets, reducing wind exposure.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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Citi maintained that risks to oil prices remain tilted to the upside, as Iran retains significant control over the timing and terms of any potential agreement to reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz energy route.—
Sam Meredith,Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Stowers getting regular first base work Stowers is beginning to produce after his season got off to an uneven start following to a pair of hamstring injuries in spring training.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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The president says market gains helped guide his push to reach a deal with Iran, even as critics warn that stocks are an uneven measure of national interest.—
Cat Zakrzewski,
Washington Post,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Warnock writes that his belief that the crooked places in America will be made straight keeps him motivated even on tough days at the Capitol.—
Tia Mitchell,
AJC.com,
15 June 2026
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And ‘Meet the Press’ is crooked.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Raleigh has a right oblique strain.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Baldwin has been on the IL since May 19 with an oblique strain.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Right-skewed performance distributions show a minority of firms capturing disproportionate long-term gains through sustained customer and employee value.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Opponents argue that the bill is unnecessary and could offer a skewed perspective of history.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
29 May 2026
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“Lopsided.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lopsided. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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