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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slanting
Adjective
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Back in April, Ulta had already slowed its rollout within Target, citing uneven returns and operational friction in certain locations.—
Brian Delp,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025 -
From the outside, staying in these uneven dynamics can look like passivity or even low self-esteem.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The radio-wavelength image shows that the black hole’s jet is not straight, but is crooked with three distinct bends.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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In one image, Scales, who had won a Military Cross for his bravery at the front, wears a crooked grimace that suggests recent anguish.—
Ed Caesar,
New Yorker,
13 July 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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Max Muncy was officially placed on the IL on Friday retroactive to Wednesday with a right oblique strain.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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The Cubs will try to avoid a fourth straight series loss Sunday when Javier Assad (0-1, 9.00 ERA) makes his second appearance of the season after returning from an oblique injury suffered in spring training.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Aug. 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 27 Aug. 2025.
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