How to Use angle in a Sentence

angle

1 of 2 noun
  • The lines are at sharp angles to each other.
  • We need to approach the problem from a new angle.
  • Critics love the clever camera angles the director used in the film.
  • The reporter tried to work that angle into his story.
  • They considered the question from all angles.
  • She took pictures of the same scene from several different angles.
  • The soldiers were being attacked from every angle.
  • Close-up camera angles of hitters hid a bit too much from viewers.
    Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 14 July 2026
  • But what’s happened now is multiple—dozens and dozens of angles.
    Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026
  • Trim at an angle so the stems are able to sit on the bottom of the vase while still absorbing water.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Cut at a 45-degree angle so water from sprinklers or rain runs off the shoot.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 July 2026
  • As the sun moves across the sky, the dual awnings help maintain shade from different angles.
    New Atlas, 17 July 2026
  • Next, check the angle of the blade by sliding the blade guard out of the way and use a framing square against the blade and the shoe.
    Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026
  • As with all things here at Tax Notes Talk, the tax angle is always on our minds.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Andreas Schjelderup lined up a kick from a tight angle left of the goal and crushed it into the net off the far post.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 12 July 2026
  • The front half still stood on beams on the ground and the platform appeared to be at a 45-degree angle.
    Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026
  • Being left-handed from that angle can be very beneficial for us, for sure.
    Kansas City Star, 12 July 2026
  • Gabbriette said, adjusting the hat to figure out the best angle.
    Liam Hess, Vogue, 21 July 2026
  • Take the angles to the extreme with an A-line bob that is much shorter in the back and skims the collarbones in the front.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
  • Some are mechanical, such as his arm angle dropping and his lack of extension.
    Will Sammon, New York Times, 7 July 2026
  • The researchers computed the optimal launch angles and wing size.
    Ari Daniel, NPR, 9 July 2026
  • The creative angle here is to allow one of the metrics to be thrown out at the discretion of the employee.
    Nir Bashan, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • The standard machine simulates a game by shooting balls at varying angles.
    Shirl Leigh july 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
  • The research angle is what separates lasting habits from short-term aesthetics.
    Allison Palmer july 9, Miami Herald, 9 July 2026
  • Prune roses at a 45-degree angle above a bud eye, angling downward on the opposite side of the stem from the eye.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 July 2026
  • The theatrical angle is a bit more nebulous and weaker, Seilie argues.
    Brian Welk, IndieWire, 14 July 2026
  • Smith’s few looks per game will likely be orchestrated, with orbit motions, screens and quick receptions on angle routes.
    Kansas City Star, 11 July 2026
  • The mouse sits at a 57-degree angle that reduces pressure on your wrist, allowing your thumb to sit properly.
    George Yang, PC Magazine, 16 July 2026
  • Always use clean, sharp scissors and cut at an angle to allow the stems to collect water even if they’re situated against the bottom of the vase.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
  • Writers know how to frame a problem to highlight a specific angle and guide the audience toward a specific goal.
    Bar Maimon, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

angle

2 of 2 verb
  • Moon angles her chin and the light dims in her eyes.
    Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
  • Harry angled off to my left and went out of sight.
    Robert Merchant, Outdoor Life, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Raise both arms above your head and angle them slightly to the right.
    Jenny McCoy, SELF, 4 Oct. 2018
  • Plus, there doesn’t seem to be anyone angling to get rid of her.
    Brett Samuels, The Hill, 16 Dec. 2025
  • Ride-share drivers angle for drop-offs.
    Andrew Chrismer, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
  • The shag half of the look comes from the actor's angled, sideswept bangs.
    Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, 28 Oct. 2019
  • The ball rolled and rolled and angled and rolled and then, to the shock of us all, went in.
    David Quammen, Outside Online, 2 Mar. 2020
  • Barnett and Allen angled left as soon as the ball was snapped.
    Paul Domowitch, Philly.com, 18 Sep. 2017
  • Your toes and knees should be angled slightly out, and your knees should track over your toes.
    Jenny McCoy, SELF, 27 June 2018
  • His shot kissed the inside of the post and angled back into the net.
    Adam Baum, Cincinnati.com, 2 Nov. 2017
  • The Monégasque angled it sharply across the court.
    James Hansen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
  • This prostate massager is angled and has pleasure at the top of the mind.
    Sophie Saint Thomas, Allure, 30 Sep. 2023
  • Simply open your blinds and angle your screen toward the street.
    Cassie Soliday, The New Yorker, 9 Apr. 2021
  • The all-black chassis has angled edges for style and venting.
    Valentina Palladino, Ars Technica, 11 Apr. 2018
  • That gives hope to a number of teams who are still angling for a playoff berth.
    Chris Morris, Fortune, 8 Dec. 2019
  • The wide-leg pants have a drawstring waist and angled side pockets.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026
  • Turn the left foot out 90º and angle the right foot in slightly.
    Good Housekeeping, 6 Jan. 2023
  • Bashar is on the left, his body slightly angled away, his face uneasy.
    Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Feb. 2026
  • And layers that angle inward on the sides will build height and body at the crown.
    Jessica Chia, Allure, 15 Oct. 2018
  • Pull the seat up and push the armrests up, down, and side to side, or angle them in or out.
    Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 10 Nov. 2021
  • This tchotchke adds some flair and also works as a stand that angles the lens upward.
    Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 17 Mar. 2026
  • Pots, pans, and casseroles should angle down for the best cleaning results.
    Carolyn Forte, Good Housekeeping, 13 Nov. 2019
  • Shield lights or angle them away from the neighbors' windows.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
  • Shield lights or angle them away from the neighbors' windows.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2025
  • Instead, angle your face slightly to one side.
    Christine Buzan, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Keep your left arm and leg on the ground, angled to the side at about 45 degrees.
    Jenessa Connor, Health, 29 Dec. 2025
  • The phone was angled toward both the aide's skirt and the door, the report says the video showed.
    Lisa Demer, Anchorage Daily News, 17 Jan. 2017
  • The solution was to angle one wall so that the house tapers like the site.
    Kim Palmer, Star Tribune, 4 Dec. 2020
  • To use it, slide out the miniature speaker and angle it to your liking.
    Jessica Hartshorn, Good Housekeeping, 27 Mar. 2023
  • The wood is pretty and looks great against a wood desk, and the arm can angle your screen a little bit.
    Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 27 Nov. 2023

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