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sideways

/ˈsaɪdweɪz/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3879 in the learning path

侧身地;向侧面

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Definitions

adv. with one side facing forward, or towards one side

侧身地;向侧面

adj. directed towards one side rather than forwards

向侧面的;横向的

Example

We turned sideways to squeeze through the narrow doorway.

我们侧过身,挤过了狭窄的门口。

A sideways move within a company can broaden employees' experience without immediately increasing their responsibilities.

在公司内部平级调岗,可以在不立即增加职责的情况下拓宽员工的经验。

Collocations

  • move sideways
  • turn sideways
  • a sideways glance
  • a sideways move

Word family

  • side (n.)

Synonyms

  • laterally

Usage tip

既可作副词也可作形容词;无需再加 -ly。

FAQ

What does sideways mean?
with one side facing forward, or towards one side directed towards one side rather than forwards
How is sideways pronounced?
UK /ˈsaɪdweɪz/, US /ˈsaɪdweɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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