anglings

Definition of anglingsnext
plural of angling
as in tilts
the act of positioning or an instance of being positioned at an angle his angling of the picture made everything else on the wall look crooked

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Noun
  • In ’94 and ’95 with the Vikings, Moon had averaged seven tilts per season of at least 275 passing yards.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 1 June 2026
  • One which changes profoundly with the tilts and turn of the planet, yet its essence holds true.
    Nick Scott, Robb Report, 17 May 2026
Noun
  • Read More TopicsWedding Inspiration Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.
    Alexandra Macon, Vogue, 4 June 2026
  • Expect to see even tinier dots and minuscule French tips atop jelly polishes in summery shades like fuchsia and blood orange.
    Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 4 June 2026
Noun
  • Each year, the site’s experts release their official lists of the best beaches in the world—one of which focuses solely on the top 50 beaches in North America.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
  • Chefs and pastry pros tend to look at grocery-store pints a little differently, judging everything from texture and butterfat content to ingredient lists.
    Stacey Lastoe, Southern Living, 31 May 2026
Noun
  • Tired of losing water pressure because of bends in your garden hose?
    Quincy Bulin, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
  • Everything from trees to octopuses bends and twists.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 May 2026
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“Anglings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anglings. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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