as in tilted
inclined or twisted to one side
an old, torn flag hanging from a slanting flagpole
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as in distorting
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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as in sloping
to set or cause to be at an angle
a ramp slanted at a 20 degree angle
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Adjective
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John’s piano and vocals, thankfully, were front and center, and did not suffer from uneven mixing.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025 -
For instance, the automaker heard customers say the cup holders were hard to use because the front console was uneven and the cup holders weren’t flexible enough to hold different sizes and types of vessels.—
Kristin Shaw,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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In the new season’s third episode, Charlie helps Beatrix solve the murder of her husband Jeffrey (Richard Kind) by crooked FBI agent Danny (John Mulaney), and in return, Beatrix agrees to call off the hit.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2025
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But that jubilation quickly turns into a night of violence when Coop is beaten within an inch of his life by two guys hired by a crooked art gallery owner who put overly aggressive moves on his partner in crime Elena (Aimee Carrero).—
Rosemary Rossi,
Variety,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Brands are leaning into innovation, heritage, and exclusivity, creating excitement among collectors and enthusiasts.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
14 Apr. 2025
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In the end, leaning toward Cunningham felt like the right move because there’s real value in carrying a heavier responsibility while helping your team soar past expectations.—
Shane Young,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Cubs left fielder attempted to go through a full day of pregame work, including hitting and throwing, but his left oblique strain didn’t feel quite right.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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The Yankees are also hoping that Jazz Chisholm Jr. (oblique) will return soon from the injured list.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
Verb
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Always angling to be the good daughter, the obedient one, the ladylike one, the prettier one.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
22 Mar. 2025
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Studies show that angling yourself upright during sleep can help combat a number of related issues—including sleep apnea, acid reflux, lower back pain, and snoring.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Slanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slanting. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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