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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
After reaching orbit, the Kuiper satellites deployed from the dispenser at an altitude of roughly 280 miles (450 kilometers) and an inclination of 51.9 degrees to the equator.
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Alex Goy, ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025
Australia’s giant kangaroos of yesteryear were likely homebodies — and that inclination ultimately did them in.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 23 Apr. 2025
Even if both premises are correct—that Putin has Hitlerian inclinations and wants to expand into eastern Europe—Western societies may struggle to mobilize the requisite political will and economic resources to contend with the threat.
—Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Hailing from Arima in Trinidad & Tobago and currently residing in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Killa has always followed wherever his creative inclinations led him.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
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Alex Goy, ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025
Australia’s giant kangaroos of yesteryear were likely homebodies — and that inclination ultimately did them in.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 23 Apr. 2025
Even if both premises are correct—that Putin has Hitlerian inclinations and wants to expand into eastern Europe—Western societies may struggle to mobilize the requisite political will and economic resources to contend with the threat.
—Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
Hailing from Arima in Trinidad & Tobago and currently residing in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Killa has always followed wherever his creative inclinations led him.
—Kyle Denis, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inclination
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclination
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As the graph shows below, Bellingham, like most of Real Madrid midfielders, has a tendency to hold on to the ball, whereas Alonso’s Bayer Leverkusen midfield is defined by quick and incisive short passes.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Currently, some prescribing physicians are likely unaware if patients have disordered eating tendencies, either because the symptoms slip through the cracks, the patient actively conceals them, or the patient is too embarrassed to bring them up, Wassenaar explained.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Health,
20 May 2025
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The stack of condos at One Seaport (a.k.a 161 Maiden Lane) stands forlorn and unfinished for now, since a three-inch tilt and a scrimmage of lawsuits brought construction to a halt.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
21 May 2025
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By analyzing those subtle orbital tilts, the researchers were able to reverse-engineer Jupiter's primordial size and magnetic strength, according to the new study.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
21 May 2025
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Fortunately, the view from the top still hits me like a surprise every time: the hills of Mexico to the south, the coastline to the west, the miles of undeveloped slopes and valleys to the north.—
Christopher Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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According to new research published Monday in the journal Nature Communications, these slopes are dry, likely due to layers of fine dust suddenly sliding off steep terrain.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2025
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Tools that assess personality, aptitude, reaction time, or cultural fit are also included.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Past Lives established director Celine Song’s aptitude at exploring complex love triangles, which looks to continue in her new romantic comedy.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Time,
16 May 2025
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Sleeping at an incline may also offer some degree of respiratory support, notes Brady.—
Caroline C. Boyle,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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If your goal is to engage more muscle groups, the treadmill may be the better option, especially when running or walking at an incline.—
Julie Scott,
Verywell Health,
13 May 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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Could this explain the affinity Liliane feels toward Paula?—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
20 May 2025
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Further highlighting the affinities between the market and the company, Rault said the firm is looking to enhance the engagement with the local community also by way of cultural initiatives implemented locally.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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“Inclination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclination. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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