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obliquely Definition and Meaning in English (obliquely definition)

adverb
Synonyms:indirectlyaskanceslantwise
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Obliquely definition: In a manner that is not direct or straightforward, often at an angle or indirectly.

Definitions of Obliquely

  1. 1adverb

    In a manner that is not direct or straightforward, often at an angle or indirectly.

Example Sentences

“He looked at her obliquely, trying to gauge her reaction.”

“The sun's rays fell obliquely on the window pane.”

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nounobliqueness
adjectiveoblique

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Obliquely definition: In a manner that is not direct or straightforward, often at an angle or indirectly.
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'Obliquely' translates to 'obliquely' in English. Obliquely definition: In a manner that is not direct or straightforward, often at an angle or indirectly.
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