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OBLIQUES

(adj., noun, adj.sat)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Obliques.

Obliques - as an adjective

Slanting or inclined in direction or course or position--neither parallel nor perpendicular nor right-angled

Example: "The oblique rays of the winter sun"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
parallel10perpendicular20

Obliques - as a noun

A diagonally arranged abdominal muscle on either side of the torso

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abdominal external oblique muscleexternal oblique musclemusculus obliquus externus abdominis

Obliques - as an adjective satellite

Indirect in departing from the accepted or proper way; misleading

Example: "Used devious means to achieve success"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
devious11

Example Sentences

"She performs regular exercises to strengthen her obliques."
"He felt a sharp pain in his obliques after twisting his torso."
"His obliques were sore the day after doing side crunches."
"To target the obliques, she used a resistance band during her workout."
"The yoga instructor instructed them to engage their obliques during the twist pose."
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Word Game Points

Is OBLIQUES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obliques is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBLIQUES has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is OBLIQUES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obliques is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBLIQUES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is OBLIQUES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obliques is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBLIQUES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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