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Uncommonsideways
The correct spelling is sideways.
How to pronounce sideways
noun
IPA: /ˈsaɪdweɪz/
Say it like: Sid-ewa-ys
The correct spelling is sideways. A footpath near a road. For example: "He gave the ball a sideways kick."
Usage Examples
“He gave the ball a sideways kick.”
“There was a stack of papers in front of each seat at the table, but each stack was sideways.”
“Once we get out of this sideways economy, our figures will more accurately reflect what we're truly capable of.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A footpath near a road.
- 2.A byway.
adjective
- 1.Moving or directed toward one side.
- 2.Positioned sideways (with a side to the front).
- 3.Neither moving upward nor moving downward.
- 4.Not as planned; towards a worse outcome.
- 5.(usually with "with") In conflict (with); not compatible (with).
adverb
- 1.With a side to the front.
- 2.Towards one side.
- 3.Askance; sidelong.
- 4.Neither upward nor downward.
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