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as in slopes
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 viewpoints
a way of looking at or thinking about something
an interesting slant on the problem of underage drinking
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as in distorts
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 tilts
to set or cause to be at an angle
a ramp slanted at a 20 degree angle
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Recent Examples of slants
Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
The middle safety’s running down to steal slants--which is very abnormal.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
As a result, the quick slants and the effective rushing attack largely nullified the Steelers’ pass rush, limiting them to just two sacks and no takeaways.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
On that side of the field, Sutton and Franklin ran double slants to create traffic in the middle of the field.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
The middle safety’s running down to steal slants--which is very abnormal.
—Jordan Sigler, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
As a result, the quick slants and the effective rushing attack largely nullified the Steelers’ pass rush, limiting them to just two sacks and no takeaways.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for slants
Noun
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Winter is a busy time, especially in towns with popular ski slopes like Ludlow’s Okemo Mountain Resort and Sugarbush Resort in Warren.—
Megan Margulies,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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The east slopes of the Oregon Cascades could see between 6 and 10 inches above 4,500 feet, according to the NWS.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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At the end of the interview, Goldberg stressed the importance of welcoming others onto the show who have different viewpoints, asking Hines to come back.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Still, for those who don’t keep this as a dating deal-breaker, more potential life partners could be found that still offer some compatibility, depending on the level of difference in viewpoints.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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This dynamic suppresses wages and distorts labor competition.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Expecting others to adapt to us is a selfish gesture that distorts the spirit of travel.—
Wilson Santiago Burgos,
USA Today,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Endeavor features a centrifugal force spinning disk that tilts upwards.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
22 Oct. 2025
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The seat tilts forward with the press of a button on the seat shoulder.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
19 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Eco mode offers a gentle support for more everyday activities like walking or covering slight inclines, while Hyper definitely takes things up a notch for running or steeper climbs.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Oct. 2025
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Many of the bed frames in this list have customizable elevations, typically reaching around 45-degree inclines.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
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As awareness spread, the song and its creator ignited a discourse of both supportive and opposing perspectives, with SZA and Kehlani among the most prominent opponents.—
Trevor Anderson,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
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Because at this moment in time, sharing ideas, stories and different perspectives in a room with other humans is a radical act.—
Brendan Morrow,
USA Today,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Others described a tenant that fails to follow lease terms, misrepresents facts and ignores neighbors’ concerns.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Oct. 2025
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The ad misrepresents the Presidential Radio Address,' and 'did not seek nor receive permission to use and edit the remarks.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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However, another modification the company will make to Super Heavy — though not one included for Flight 10 — will help gain some of those attack angles back.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The style is cut with a low décolleté and rounded toe, set on a curved block heel that angles inward for an architectural profile.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
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“Slants.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slants. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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