inclining

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On this page you'll find 364 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to inclining, such as: crosswise, slanted, oblique, askew, beveled, and cater-cornered/cater-corner/catercorner.

How to use inclining in a sentence

  • Religious homage was paid with the bowing of the head, the inclining of the body, or the bending of the knee.

  • She was still for a few moments; her pale beautiful face inclining towards the child's; her large dark eyes bent upon him.

    Elster's Folly | Mrs. Henry Wood
  • Paul was short in stature, somewhat stooping and at the middle age his hair was thin, inclining to baldness.

    Gospel Philosophy | J. H. Ward
  • He was a stout, healthy-looking person, inclining to embonpoint; bound to succeed, if only from sheer solidity of person.

  • She raised her dainty figure, then uplifted a small hand, inclining her head forward with a graceful gesture.

    Menotah | Ernest G. Henham

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