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slantwise

/ˈslæntˌwaɪz/
adverb
  1. In a direction that is not straight or level; at an angle; diagonally.
    • The rain was falling slantwise, driven by the strong wind.
    • He held the picture frame slantwise so it would fit into the corner.
    • She cut the fabric slantwise to create a diagonal stripe.
Synonyms
diagonallyobliquelyaslant
Antonyms
straight
adjective
  1. Slanting; not straight or level; diagonal.
    • The roof had a slantwise edge that gave the house a unique look.
    • She drew a slantwise line across the page to separate the notes.
    • The old fence had a slantwise post that leaned to one side.
Synonyms
slanteddiagonal
Antonyms
level
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