edgeways
Example Sentences
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"The motivation is to promote reading culture in Nigeria," he said, leaving no doubt about his capability during a short call in which it was hard to get a word in edgeways.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2023
Inside, he is preaching peace, love, tolerance and understanding – and it is all I can do to get a word in edgeways.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 8, 2018
In interviews it was hard to get a word in edgeways.
From Economist ● Jun. 22, 2017
It is hard to get a word in edgeways.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2011
The little girl had the crust edgeways in her chewing mouth.
From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner
