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Recent Examples of lateral
Think of all those islands on the southern lateral (ph) of Iran.
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CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The measure -- which went into effect last week in areas where helicopters often cross both arrival and departure paths near busy airports -- requires air traffic controllers to use radar to actively manage aircraft to keep them separated at specific lateral or vertical distances.
—Clara McMichael, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Her team will spend more time on success planning, pathways to support lateral moves and promotions, improving interview training, and mapping out the skills needed to support the company’s future.
—John Kell, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
By contrast, the second joint in each leg bends readily, but only sideways and outward, favoring efficient lateral locomotion.
—Manjishtha Bhattacharyya, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Mar. 2026
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CBS News, 29 Mar. 2026
The measure -- which went into effect last week in areas where helicopters often cross both arrival and departure paths near busy airports -- requires air traffic controllers to use radar to actively manage aircraft to keep them separated at specific lateral or vertical distances.
—Clara McMichael, ABC News, 26 Mar. 2026
Her team will spend more time on success planning, pathways to support lateral moves and promotions, improving interview training, and mapping out the skills needed to support the company’s future.
—John Kell, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
By contrast, the second joint in each leg bends readily, but only sideways and outward, favoring efficient lateral locomotion.
—Manjishtha Bhattacharyya, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for lateral
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lateral
side
Adjective
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Bono shared a note with fans, once again assuring them that a new album is still in the works, and that these EPs are side detours on the way to a wholly separate full-length.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2026
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It’s made of a breathable cotton blend with a crew neckline, convenient side pockets, and a pleated design on the back.—
Isabel Bekele,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Lateral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lateral. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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