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Vocabulary Entry
obliquely
|adverb • adjective
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adverb
In a manner that is not direct or straightforward; indirectly.
Example Sentences
"The instructions were given obliquely, leaving many confused."
"He obliquely referred to the issue during the meeting."
"She smiled obliquely, hinting at a secret she wouldn't reveal."
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adjective
Not explicit or done in a direct way; slanting or angled.
Example Sentences
"The oblique lines in the painting create an interesting effect."
"His oblique comments often left people guessing about his true thoughts."
"She took an oblique route to avoid traffic."