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skewed

The correct spelling is skewed.

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verb

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The correct spelling is skewed. To form or shape in an oblique way; to cause to take an oblique position. For example: "A disproportionate number of female subjects in the study group skewed the results."

Usage Examples

A disproportionate number of female subjects in the study group skewed the results.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To form or shape in an oblique way; to cause to take an oblique position.
  2. 2.To bias or distort in a particular direction.
  3. 3.To hurl or throw.
  4. 4.To move obliquely; to move sideways, to sidle; to lie obliquely.
  5. 5.To jump back or sideways in fear or surprise; to shy, as a horse.

adjective

  1. 1.Twisted at an angle.
  2. 2.(of information) Biased, distorted

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