SIDEWISE Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

sidewise

adverb

ˈsīd-ˌwīz

Definition of sidewise

as in sideways

with one side faced forward standing sidewise in the doorway

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Keeping your hips level and your spine long, move to the right by moving your right hand and left foot sideways, followed by your left hand and right foot.

— Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Vertical video has become a top priority for streamers, recognizing that consumers who watch videos on their phones are just not likely to turn it sideways in most use cases.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026

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sidewinders

sidewise

side (with)

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