OBLIQUELY Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

obliquely

adverb

Definition of obliquely

as in diagonally

in a line or direction running from corner to corner the photographer has framed the shot so that the river runs obliquely through it, creating a great sense of depth for the viewer

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Recent Examples of obliquely However, in 2017, the state Supreme Court, in a case dealing with a local marijuana tax, obliquely suggested that special taxes proposed by initiative need only a simple majority approval. — Dan Walters, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026 In particular, González’s works enable his performers to obliquely animate histories of resistance and refusal. — Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 6 Aug. 2026 This was how Szymborska chose to commemorate the loss of her own great love; quietly, obliquely, and with vast imaginative generosity. — Literary Hub, 16 July 2026 Armand confesses his love, obliquely. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 June 2026 His presentation obliquely mentioned Marklar, though not by name. — ArsTechnica, 15 June 2026 But, like John Paul’s words in Poland in 1979, Leo’s words in 2026 have addressed a global conflict squarely if obliquely. — Paul Elie, New Yorker, 8 May 2026 Bianco also obliquely referred to attacks Hilton has lobbed against the sheriff on the campaign trail. — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 12 Apr. 2026 While López-Owens refers obliquely to Sweeney Bell, the clerk's other Democratic challenger attacks directly. — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 26 Mar. 2026

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diagonally

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In van Gogh’s painting, the moon is positioned in the top right corner, diagonally above Venus, which is center left, with other stars positioned left of the moon.

— Amarachi Orie, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
Trim the crust from the brioche slices and cut them diagonally into 2 triangles.

— Candy Hom, AJC.com, 24 Oct. 2026

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