as in oblique
running in a slanting direction
as they poked through the blinds, the slant rays of the setting sun created interesting patterns on the room's far wall
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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the road has just enough of a slant to make bicycling up it a little strenuous
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as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something
an interesting slant on the problem of underage drinking
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as in to distort
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
reporters who slant the truth in order to push a political agenda
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Recent Examples of slant
James Boyd, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
This pair is made from quick-dry fabric and has a stylish knee-pleat design, as well as front slant pockets and functional flap pockets on the thighs.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Views on this issue often have a partisan slant.
—Debbie Felton, The Conversation, 8 Aug. 2025
Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025
In footage shared on social media, verified by Reuters, the large bridge can be seen slanting to one side with people below.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for slant
Adjective
On the very next play, Jones hit Mitchell in stride on a slant route.
—James Boyd, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
This pair is made from quick-dry fabric and has a stylish knee-pleat design, as well as front slant pockets and functional flap pockets on the thighs.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
This pair is made from quick-dry fabric and has a stylish knee-pleat design, as well as front slant pockets and functional flap pockets on the thighs.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Views on this issue often have a partisan slant.
—Debbie Felton, The Conversation, 8 Aug. 2025
Verb
The point is, the way in which news is presented can slant the reader’s opinion.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025
In footage shared on social media, verified by Reuters, the large bridge can be seen slanting to one side with people below.
—Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slant
Adjective
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Anthony has an oblique strain that could sideline him for four to six weeks, according to Alex Cora.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Hill was set to participate in parts of practice Wednesday after missing three-plus weeks with an oblique injury; McDaniel said his return has gone well.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ski aficionados can take to the slopes at nearby Saint-Sauveur.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
9 Sep. 2025
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The River Kelvin at this point is very picturesque, with bends and steep slopes.—
Jeanine Barone,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With a shift in perspective and a few budget-friendly swaps, a plastic-free kitchen is possible for you, too.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Sep. 2025
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Before receiving his sentence, Johnson asked the judge to view his actions from the perspective of a father.—
Miguel Torres,
AZCentral.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In a world where images are so numerous and so difficult to understand, truth itself can be in danger, threatened by false interpretations and distorted, misleading half-truths.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Sep. 2025
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Executives may tone down accomplishments to avoid internal friction, which can distort messaging.—
Adrian Dearnell,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This allowed the craft to maintain control and stability even when sharply tilted against the current.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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San Diego, Las Vegas, San Francisco, and San Jose have homeownership rates just above 50% but are similarly dominated by renters, exposing how affordability issues in urban centers are tilting the balance away from ownership.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Kinloch noted the Legislature has shown no inclination to advance bills that create arena taxes.—
Malachi Barrett,
Freep.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Vesting oversight primarily in defense departments and ministries is a traditional inclination.—
GARY ROUGHEAD,
Foreign Affairs,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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During his meeting with employees on Thursday, Duffy expressed the latter viewpoint.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
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The line connects the bustling Praça dos Restauradores in Baixa (downtown Lisbon) with the lively Bairro Alto district and the São Pedro de Alcântara viewpoint.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The group of climate scientists found several examples where the DOE authors cherry-picked or misrepresented climate science in the agency's report.—
Julia Simon,
NPR,
2 Sep. 2025
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This statement fundamentally misrepresents how research is done.—
Brendan Harley,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Slant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slant. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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