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as in tendency
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing
her natural inclination to help people in need
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the inclination of the hill is gentle, so walking up it isn't too bad
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Recent Examples of inclination
The inclination of those operating from this skillset is to evaluate the interrelationships and interconnections within and between steps, processes, systems and people.
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Terina Allen, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Marseille’s artistic inclination is matched by an obsession with food which, typically, is very different from what appears on plates in the rest of France.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 20 June 2025
According to this perspective, the attack on transgender rights is intended to appeal to Americans with authoritarian inclinations.
—Adam Eichen, The Conversation, 11 June 2025
Without the time or inclination to learn about their clients, attorneys cannot effectively advocate for them, resulting in needless incarceration, mismatched rehabilitation models, and an overall reduction in public safety.
—Nick Schultz, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for inclination
Terina Allen, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Marseille’s artistic inclination is matched by an obsession with food which, typically, is very different from what appears on plates in the rest of France.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 20 June 2025
According to this perspective, the attack on transgender rights is intended to appeal to Americans with authoritarian inclinations.
—Adam Eichen, The Conversation, 11 June 2025
Without the time or inclination to learn about their clients, attorneys cannot effectively advocate for them, resulting in needless incarceration, mismatched rehabilitation models, and an overall reduction in public safety.
—Nick Schultz, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for inclination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclination
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The bill ultimately continues a generations-long Republican tendency to transfer wealth upward while abandoning working Americans. Davis: The wealth transfer Trump seeks is from government to taxpayers.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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Traits shape your willingness to try new things, your perception of effort, and your comfort level in different environments—making exercise a natural outlet for expressing these tendencies, said Matthew Sacco, PhD, a sports medicine psychologist at Cleveland Clinic.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
9 July 2025
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His main fastball is a two-seamer with huge tailing action to it, and his slider is at least a 55, up to 91 with solid tilt.—
Keith Law,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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But a tilt may not be enough in a midterm election to unseat him—Georgia is not Alabama.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 July 2025
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The beach is wide enough to feel spacious even during high season, with volleyball courts, picnic areas, and a gentle slope into calm, swimmable waters.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
14 July 2025
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What to Do on Bear Lake Merely looking at the water is only one way to enjoy majestic Bear Lake; it’s also known for incredible swimming, with several areas featuring a gradual slope that allows visitors to enter the water easily.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
13 July 2025
Noun
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The Watch 8 series also offers a 12-minute running test to gauge your current aptitude for the activity from 1 (beginner) to 10 (pro).—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Each drill was designed to test Beringer’s physical makeup and his aptitude for the game.—
Jon Krawczynski,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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As such, Raleigh's new icon will likely be best suited to slight inclines and fairly level city streets.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 July 2025
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There’s a slight incline before the trail levels out and travels along the hillside, overlooking the park and nearby elementary school.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2025
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However, instead of removing the minerals from the water, these devices make the minerals soluble in the water.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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However, these incidents underscore the importance of regularly updating your devices to stay protected against evolving threats.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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But for Bolduc, despite Gorton’s history of affinity for him, that is more of a projection with a far smaller sample of data to work with.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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What Readers Loved About Canada Resorts Canada is teeming with gorgeous coastlines, mountains, lakes, and forests—and our readers have a clear affinity for resorts within close proximity of these natural features.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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“Inclination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclination. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.
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