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as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
we couldn't have convinced her if she weren't already so inclined
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as in attached
having a liking or affection
a nightclub strictly for those inclined towards loud music
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as in prone
having a tendency to be or act in a certain way
a kindly couple who are inclined to be helpful to strangers
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as in leaning
running in a slanting direction
the highway ramps and other inclined roadways were treacherous during the ice storm
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as in tilted
to set or cause to be at an angle
carefully inclined the ladder against the house
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Recent Examples of inclined
Karen Grossman, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
News of King Charles’ illness and the fact that Prince William doesn’t seem at all inclined to reconcile with his brother have taken most of the spotlight, but every new development seems to throw doubt into the possibility of a quick reconciliation.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 23 June 2025
Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
And although this problem is long-standing, until the past decade or so, no one with both the necessary expertise and the power to intervene has been inclined to help.
—Adam Marcus, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
If possible, do this on an inclined surface such as a driveway so the water will drain away from the rug.
—Karen Grossman, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
News of King Charles’ illness and the fact that Prince William doesn’t seem at all inclined to reconcile with his brother have taken most of the spotlight, but every new development seems to throw doubt into the possibility of a quick reconciliation.
—Lissete Lanuza Sáenz, StyleCaster, 23 June 2025
Verb
Regardless, his new teammates weren’t inclined to take it easy on him.
—Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
And although this problem is long-standing, until the past decade or so, no one with both the necessary expertise and the power to intervene has been inclined to help.
—Adam Marcus, The Atlantic, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclined
Adjective
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People are willing to go in, not just for the sake of being re-elected or for making money or some kind of fame, but for the people.—
Audrey Conklin,
FOXNews.com,
28 June 2025
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Denverites willing to brave the heat and visit the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance this summer may be able to sneak a peek at a new baby sloth snoozing and snuggling in the treetops of the Tropical Discovery exhibit.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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Sequestered behind walls and gates on a little more than a quarter of an acre, the dwelling is fronted by a driveway that leads to an attached garage tucked off to the side.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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Opposing defenses would be forced to stay more attached to Ivey, which should allow Cunningham more room to create for himself and others.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Premiums have skyrocketed, and coverage has shrunk, especially in wildfire and storm prone regions, exacerbating economic disruption and housing unaffordability.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Other fire safety tips include obeying local burn bans and not driving or parking vehicles in dry grass, which can be prone to catching fire.—
Sarah Linn,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Once your tub is ready, carefully place your flowers on top, spacing them apart from each other.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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Then as now, rapturous coverage spoke of visionary donors, ingenious architects, and a museum finally ready to give non-Western artistry its due.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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This place held fond memories for the veteran forward, and Boca could not discourage him.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
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And though their characters never come together in the movie, Bates has only fond memories of starring alongside Thornton.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Heyward has been out since May 24 with a left oblique strain.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 June 2025
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Despite his missing time early this season with an oblique injury, all of that work has paid off.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
10 June 2025
Verb
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He was pushed in a wheelchair, wearing nasal tubes for supplemental oxygen, and wished the crowd a good Sunday from the front of the altar before being greeted by participants in the Mass, some of whom leaned to kiss his hands.—
Giada Zampano,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2025
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In a time when Black men were often boxed into stereotypes of toughness and stoicism, Wally leaned into warmth.—
Jasmine Browley,
Essence,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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My guess, therefore, is that Hemsley and the other UnitedHealth executive will end up being glad about their May purchases.—
John Dorfman,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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As a father of two, Johnson was glad to see Tech N9ne leading the lineup, citing the rapper’s wide-ranging appeal.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2025
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“Inclined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclined. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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