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or asymmetric
as in oblique
having two sides or halves that are not the same; not symmetrical
She wore a striking dress with an asymmetrical neckline.
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Recent Examples of asymmetrical
Domestic production of asymmetric weaponry could be a possible solution for Taipei, as the TSM reports that the arms delivery backlog is almost evenly split between asymmetric and traditional weaponry.
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
Mythos and its private release also tilt the scales temporarily in the favor of cybersecurity defenses which balances out some of the asymmetric disadvantages that defenders face.
—Bob Zukis, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
In addition to scarf tops, asymmetrical hems are having a moment, which is exactly how this Reformation set ended up on the list.
—Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Designed with a sleek silhouette and a subtle asymmetrical shoulder line, this chic gown feels modern and fresh, yet still sophisticated.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 29 May 2026
Mythos and its private release also tilt the scales temporarily in the favor of cybersecurity defenses which balances out some of the asymmetric disadvantages that defenders face.
—Bob Zukis, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
In addition to scarf tops, asymmetrical hems are having a moment, which is exactly how this Reformation set ended up on the list.
—Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Designed with a sleek silhouette and a subtle asymmetrical shoulder line, this chic gown feels modern and fresh, yet still sophisticated.
—Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for asymmetrical
Adjective
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Vaughn Grissom, who has been out with an oblique issue, is getting ready to go on a rehab assignment, Suzuki said.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
14 June 2026
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An oblique injury barred him from competing for a big-league job in spring training and delayed the start of his season until May 1.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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These Black Diamond poles help take pressure off knees and joints during steep descents while providing extra stability on uneven terrain.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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If pipeline generation is uneven, new reps end up working the same pool of opportunities.—
Jeff Winters,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The unsymmetrical appearance of the gas and dust lanes in Dracula's Chivito in this stunning Hubbleimage indicates that dynamic processes are occurring within the disk as its morphology is gradually shaped by interactions with its surroundings.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
24 Dec. 2025
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Fuels such as nitrogen tetroxide and unsymmetrical dimethylhydrazine are toxic and corrosive, while liquid hydrogen and oxygen must be stored at extremely low temperatures, posing risks of leakage, brittleness in metals, and explosive vaporization.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Choosing the wrong rug size or layout can make a room feel awkward and unbalanced.—
Kristin Hohenadel,
The Spruce,
10 June 2026
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Last year’s team certainly felt unbalanced in that regard, with too many shooters and not enough large bodies inside to provide a balance on offense.—
Shaun Goodwin
June 9,
Idaho Statesman,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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That means that any abrupt changes or an irregular sleep schedule can affect your ability to sleep and lower sleep quality.—
Gina Park,
CNN Money,
8 Dec. 2025
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Some calls about sick or dead deer were dismissed and communication with the public about EHD was irregular.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
4 Dec. 2025
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“Asymmetrical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asymmetrical. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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