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as in tilted
inclined or twisted to one side
a slanted fence post
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as in distorted
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 sloped
to set or cause to be at an angle
a ramp slanted at a 20 degree angle
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Recent Examples of slanted
Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 Jan. 2026
Right under the slanted roof on the top floor, the cozy entry-level rooms feature exposed ceiling beams and about 20 square feet of floor space, but their small windows (and no views to speak of) leave them a little dark.
—Chris Schalkx, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2026
Ellison and Weiss both lean right of center — or are at least right curious — whereas the former CBS News (like almost any mainstream media organization not named Fox News) slanted left.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 6 Jan. 2026
The double silhouette, the slanted title and jagged baseline of the author and subtitle add so much life and movement to this cover.
—Emily Temple, Literary Hub, 11 Dec. 2025
The initial version appeared heavily slanted toward Russian demands for halting Moscow's invasion of its neighbor.
—Illia Novikov and Sam McNeil The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 27 Nov. 2025
At the Ring of Brodgar, Edmonds pointed at the slanted tops of the stones—the same shape that, at Stenness, had put me in mind of guillotines.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
Completed in 1975 and owned by the same family since, the dark wood-sided and slanted-roof structure offers a total of four bedrooms and five baths across two levels.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 Nov. 2025
The new tumbler has a sleek, slanted base that feels as dynamic as the Confessions artist himself.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 13 Nov. 2025
Jeff Pearlman, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025
The building is curved, slanted backwards, and includes three stories of cantilevered structure – upper floors that extend outward without columns below – to preserve views of the theater next door.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 13 Oct. 2025
Cruz, who lost to Trump in the 2016 Republican primary, agreed that Kimmel’s remarks were out of bounds and that the corporate media is slanted against conservatives.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 19 Sep. 2025
The car’s doors and trunk were all open, according to images from the scene, and the metal fence was visibly slanted after the impact.
—Joe Kottke, NBC news, 17 Sep. 2025
Beto’s probing questions are too obviously slanted to be challenging.
—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
To help prevent or stop armadillos from digging on your property, Indiana DNR recommends fencing or barriers that are slanted at an angle with one portion buried underground.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 22 Aug. 2025
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The shoes are set on a striking slanted heel that measures 100mm and stands out thanks to the Louboutin signature red leather sole.
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The place was a dump, with paint chipping from the ceilings, floors slanted at strange angles, rodent droppings situated along the floorboards, and paper-thin walls that welcomed in bitter winter air.
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Your stairs are nothing more than a narrow, tilted floor, much like a child’s slide at a playground.—
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Paramount did not bargain for WBD to foster, whether intentionally or unintentionally, a tilted and unfair process.—
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For now, the pastor is keeping his politics oblique.—
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Losing Roman Anthony to an oblique strain in early September was a massive blow, and proved the offense wasn’t deep enough.—
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Here’s everything to know about her mental health history and the religious influence that allegedly distorted her beliefs.—
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However, the government shutdown, which halted data collection, may have distorted the results.—
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For those times when the ground is just too bumpy, sloped or otherwise uncomfortable to pitch a tent, the Float also comes with a hammock kit.—
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It is gently sloped and features an indentation that serves as a natural rest point for my middle finger, with the shutter release positioned at an angle on top.—
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Willms plans to call the Bureau of Land Management — the agency that oversees these parcels of federal land — to report the crooked stake.—
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Begin by removing any suckers at the base of the tree, side shoots on the trunk, crossing or crooked branches, dead or damaged branches, those that are growing inward, and crowded branches.—
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Ada County also misrepresented what happened, the lawsuit alleged.—
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The man misrepresented his age, identity, background and likeness to groom minors and create a false sense of safety, federal prosecutors said.—
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Suites face the sea with beds angled toward the horizon, and the ship’s tri‑fuel‑capable engine marks a step toward cleaner operations.—
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It’s made from a cozy waffle-knit with contrast trim down the arms, angled front pockets, and elastic around the cuffs and hem.—
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Future work will focus on integrating snow-deposition modeling with PV yield simulations to more accurately predict energy losses and on expanding analyses to more complex, uneven alpine terrain.—
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The Trojans' uneven season hasn't exactly helped slow rumors either.—
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“Slanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slanted. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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