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sideways
/ ˈɪˌɱɪ /
adverb
moving, facing, or inclining towards one side
from one side; obliquely
with one side forward
adjective
moving or directed to or from one side
towards or from one side
Idioms and Phrases
Example Sentences
The consumer critique of "Spent" is one that punches primarily sideways, highlighting how readily Alison betrays her own high ethical and political standards and how reflexively she uses an intellectual gloss to rationalize the betrayals.
He is dithering on whether to get in on the action and take credit for it, or avoid the risk of it all going sideways and being stuck with the consequences.
"Knock on wood, all clear, and no side effects at all - other than red wine still doesn't taste good, so I've gone sideways towards tequila and vodka," she laughs.
The ship capsized as it was launched sideways from the dock into the sea – a complicated maritime manoeuvre – and part of the bow got stuck on the launching ramp.
This mystery kicks off “Flashlight,” propelling the plot forward, backward and sideways.
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