as in curve
something that curves or is curved
curvature of the spine is called scoliosis
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Recent Examples of curvature
So, all these different kind of choices that are consistent in string theory give rise to different dimensions, different number of particles and different kind of structure for the curvature of space-time.
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Steven Strogatz, Quanta Magazine, 29 May 2025
The laser can also correct astigmatism (an abnormal curvature at the front surface of the lens that causes blurry vision).
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 May 2025
Art Deco influences like the curvature inside have been retained, while otherwise the house has been updated with modern, colorful touches and appliances.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2025
Fuller suffered from a curvature of the spine, which made her slouch, and from myopia, which made her squint.
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 2 June 2025
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Steven Strogatz, Quanta Magazine, 29 May 2025
The laser can also correct astigmatism (an abnormal curvature at the front surface of the lens that causes blurry vision).
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 28 May 2025
Art Deco influences like the curvature inside have been retained, while otherwise the house has been updated with modern, colorful touches and appliances.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2025
Fuller suffered from a curvature of the spine, which made her slouch, and from myopia, which made her squint.
—James Marcus, New Yorker, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curvature
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The potential is still there for Byram at 24 years old, just entering the prime of his career, according to aging curve work done by The Athletic’s Dom Luszczyszyn.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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The curve running through the flag's center represents new horizons and opportunities for Black Americans.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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Brian Daboll told the Giants’ players before their final minicamp practice that their spring progress was encouraging, given what is coming around the bend.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
18 June 2025
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While older games in the series relied heavily on memorizing courses and perpetually driving with precision around every bend, there’s now a lot more ways to play catch up and get ahead.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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Holding the strawberry in your other hand, insert the blade into the fruit at a 45 degree angle on the top of the berry just outside where the leaves are growing.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2025
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Tomorrowland kitschy vibe of the film, this newest trailer emphasizes the family angle is chock-full of lots of good old-fashioned superhero action, as the quartet takes on a world-devouring cosmic being.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
25 June 2025
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“Curvature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curvature. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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