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SIDEWISE

(adverb)
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Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Sidewise.

Sidewise - as an adverb

In a lateral direction

Example: "The car slipped sideways into the ditch"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideway14sideways15

With one side forward or to the front

Example: "Turned sideways to show the profile"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideway14sideways15

From the side; obliquely

Example: "A picture lit sideways"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sideway14sideways15

Example Sentences

"She cast a sidewise glance at the suspicious man standing nearby."
"The car slid sidewise on the icy road and came to a halt."
"The gymnast executed the sidewise somersault flawlessly."
"He turned his head sidewise to get a better view of the painting."
"She moved sidewise to avoid the obstacle in her path."
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Word Game Points

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

SIDEWISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is SIDEWISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sidewise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIDEWISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SIDEWISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sidewise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIDEWISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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