as in oblique
running in a slanting direction
as they poked through the blinds, the slant rays of the setting sun created interesting patterns on the room's far wall
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the road has just enough of a slant to make bicycling up it a little strenuous
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as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
an interesting slant on the problem of underage drinking
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as in to distort
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
reporters who slant the truth in order to push a political agenda
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Recent Examples of slant
Literary Hub, 7 Apr. 2026
The pants are outfitted with whisker creases at the thighs, double side seams, and slant pockets.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Jeremy Saks, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Trevor’s influence was talking about technology, and his lyrics had a much more modern slant.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2026
Sam Warren, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The beats are slanted yet symmetrical, like a high-speed wind tunnel of pure adrenaline.
—Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
The most traditional poetic forms are repetitive, with strict rhyme schemes and meter, but newer interpretations are also built around repetition, relying on slant rhymes, refrains, alliteration, and more.
—Literary Hub, 7 Apr. 2026
The pants are outfitted with whisker creases at the thighs, double side seams, and slant pockets.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
Others want the analysis that is included with the specific slant of their choice.
—Jeremy Saks, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
Trevor’s influence was talking about technology, and his lyrics had a much more modern slant.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 May 2026
Verb
Opponents slanted their protections toward him all season.
—Sam Warren, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The beats are slanted yet symmetrical, like a high-speed wind tunnel of pure adrenaline.
—Pitchfork, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slant
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
Noun
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His last act was a 35-foot birdie putt down the slope on the 18th green that dropped for a 1-under 69.—
Doug Ferguson,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
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Once a blemish on the course due to its sharp slope, the area was completely overhauled.—
Anya Armentrout,
Twin Cities,
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
Verb
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During our research, what first struck us was the extent to which the clichés surrounding the great figures of Antiquity have often distorted our perception of these historical characters.—
Roberto Prieto,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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This attempt to distort the facts for personal gain should be viewed with significant skepticism.—
Kim Gorsuch,
Sun Sentinel,
16 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
Adjective
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Watch for soft spots on floors, uneven or sloping flooring, cracks in walls and warped materials.—
Ryan Brennan
May 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
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As part of his new collection for the brand, Arnold unveiled a new shape—a slightly sloping, almost smile-like pleat that’s simultaneously nonchalant and fully sophisticated.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The 11 satellites on board are flying to a mid-inclination orbit.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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That was a statement signaling that even if the committee made no changes to interest rates, its inclination in the future would be to cut, rather than hike.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
17 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
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“Slant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slant. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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