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Recent Examples of lateral
The agreement also reinstates a lateral recruitment bonus program offering up to $30,000 to officers hired from other agencies, paid out in three installments over two years.
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Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
While each of the twin hipbelt pockets are big enough to fit a smartphone (plus a couple snacks), there are no chest pockets, and the lateral bottle pockets are inaccessible while hiking.
—Corey Buhay, Outside, 3 Mar. 2026
Marshall showed viewers the structural supports of the building that handle gravity loads from the weight of the building and lateral loads due to seismic activity.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Mar. 2026
His motor runs really hot on both ends, and his defense has gotten better throughout the year, even if there are some lateral concerns.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
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Walker Armstrong, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
While each of the twin hipbelt pockets are big enough to fit a smartphone (plus a couple snacks), there are no chest pockets, and the lateral bottle pockets are inaccessible while hiking.
—Corey Buhay, Outside, 3 Mar. 2026
Marshall showed viewers the structural supports of the building that handle gravity loads from the weight of the building and lateral loads due to seismic activity.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Mar. 2026
His motor runs really hot on both ends, and his defense has gotten better throughout the year, even if there are some lateral concerns.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lateral
side
Adjective
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The solid side features side-seam pockets that are perfect for keeping your hands warm on chilly days, while the tartan side features flap pockets to keep your phone, earbuds, and other small valuables secure.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Mar. 2026
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Specialists recommend high-loft pillows for most side sleepers, which is usually best supplied by some type of memory foam or firmer pillow.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Lateral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lateral. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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