SEMIERECT Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

semierect

adjective

Definition of semierect

as in vertical

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Despite its short episode length, the show is designed for streaming services and even TV networks, but not microdrama platforms, having been created before the vertical video craze took off.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
The company set a deal last October with Holywater Tech, parent company of the My Drama and My Muse vertical media apps, to produce 200 microdramas over two years.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of vertical

Adjective

This creates a small voltage, which is perpendicular to the direction of the electrical current’s flow, across the conductor.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 5 Oct. 2026
The vehicle was stopped for a few minutes perpendicular to a snowy residential Minneapolis street, obstructing the flow of traffic.

— Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of perpendicular

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Frakes also clocked how delighted Majel seemed to be to have, after a long stint supporting Gene away from the soundstage, a plumb acting opportunity.

— Scott Huver, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026
Doyle’s ‘big three’ cast is rounded out by Claire Foy (The Crown, Women Talking), who is ferociously good as Jules, an amalgam of the group of women Lamb gathered for plumb posts on the Sun.

— Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of plumb

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Throughout the tour, Candamil draws on his memories growing up in the market, first watching his father and then working there in his youth as a carretillero, a cargo porter who steers upright wooden carts with produce through its narrow aisles.

— Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Riders ranging from 5ft1 (155 cm) to 6ft5 (195 cm) can enjoy a comfy upright riding position thanks to the adjustable stem and seat.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Oct. 2026

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