Meaning of the word obliquely in English
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obliquely
US /oʊˈbliːkˌli/
UK /əˈbliːkˌli/
Adverb
1.
not in a direct way; indirectly
Example:
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He obliquely hinted at the problem without directly addressing it.
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The article obliquely criticized the government's policies.
2.
at an angle; not directly facing or perpendicular
Example:
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The sun's rays fell obliquely through the window.
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The path ran obliquely up the hillside.
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