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Example Sentences

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The slightly oval shape of the moon’s orbit brings it closer to Earth at certain times of the year, when it covers a slightly larger area of the sky, according to the Griffith Observatory.

From Los Angeles Times

This happens because the Moon does not orbit the Earth in a perfect circle - its axis of orbit more closely resembles an oval.

From BBC

But for some, the true treat will turn out to be the classic oval or oblong-shaped russet spud, good for baking, frying or just plain admiring.

From The Wall Street Journal

The room smelled strongly of cedar, which came from an oval soaking tub at the center of the bathroom.

From The Wall Street Journal

Its elongated, oval shape suggests the asteroid hit at an angle rather than head-on.

From Science Daily