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curvatures

noun

plural of curvature

as in curves

something that curves or is curved curvature of the spine is called scoliosis

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Recent Examples of curvatures These New Balance sneakers have thick, firm outsoles with upward curvatures. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 There are hardly any flat architectural surfaces, and NAUSICAÄ is shaped by curvatures and louvred details. — Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Its outstanding appeal, grandish curvatures and extraordinary interior design are just the norm for the upscale interior brand. — Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025 Posture Changes Spine curvatures can make standing up straight difficult, causing lower right back pain. — Brandi Jones, Health, 6 Sep. 2025 Their team built custom platinum contact lenses, press-molded to precise curvatures, and connected them to electrodes. — Meghie Rodrigues, IEEE Spectrum, 2 Sep. 2025 Its signature lies in fluid curvatures and elegant silhouettes that strike the perfect balance between understated and striking. — Lauren Alexis Fisher, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

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The resort's wave logo is incorporated throughout the hotel—in handrails, the curves of chairs, and wall sconces.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Soft lines and curves now coexist with angled shoulders and straight collars.

— Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of curves

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Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen’s signature boho bends were another defining example of Surf Spray’s cool-girl appeal.

— Lauren Valenti, InStyle, 31 July 2026
Part of that attention is aimed at Burwell’s score, a masterpiece of electronic minimalism in which pitch bends and hard clashes create the dread and whiplash that make the film so tense.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026

Definition of bends

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If sensors detect potential instability or loss of traction, the system can independently adjust rear-wheel angles, apply individual wheel braking, or modulate motor torque to maintain control.

— Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 12 Aug. 2026
Octobuddy Silicone Suction Phone Case Adhesive Mount Phone suctions are great for filming, video chats, and getting the best angles for photos—and Octobuddy comes highly recommended by Greene.

— Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 11 Aug. 2026

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