horizontal

Definition of horizontalnext
as in flat
parallel to the ground She reclined the chair to a horizontal position. The line on the graph was nearly horizontal, indicating little growth over the fiscal year.

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Recent Examples of horizontal The sensor has a 90-degree horizontal and 50-degree vertical field of view and is powered by a single CR123A battery, which is included along with adhesive mounting pads and a user guide. — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026 While horizontal integration expands Musk's industrial footprint, a merger does not automatically translate into enhanced returns for investors, particularly Tesla equity holders. — CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026 Tap the horizontal lines, tap on Settings, then Tools, then Night Mode. — Chris McMullen, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2026 The device can also be swiveled 90 degrees relative to the lens, for use in either a horizontal or vertical orientation. — Ben Coxworth october 20, New Atlas, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for horizontal
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flat
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  • While older generations may interpret limited eye contact, a flat expression or a pause before responding as rude, lazy or unprofessional, that might not be a younger person’s intent at all, Leahy said.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Strip it out and the underlying growth picture is even flatter than the headline suggests.
    — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

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“Horizontal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/horizontal. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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