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slantways

adverb

Synonyms and Antonyms of slantways

so as to slant

  • the temporary supports were placed slantways against the side of the sagging wall
Synonyms of slantways

slantwise
Words Related to slantways

down, downward (or downwards), up, upward (or upwards)

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