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sidelong

The correct spelling is sidelong.

How to pronounce sidelong

adjective

Say it like: Sid-elo-ng

The correct spelling is sidelong. Directed to the side; sideways. For example: "He cast me a sidelong glance."

Usage Examples

He cast me a sidelong glance.

She made some sidelong remarks about his manhood.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Directed to the side; sideways.
  2. 2.Slanting or sloping; oblique.
  3. 3.Indirect; suggestive; not straightforward.
  4. 4.Along the side of something.

adverb

  1. 1.Towards the side; sideways.
  2. 2.Obliquely

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