sideways

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Small sideways offsets between these strands, ranging from 100 to 400 meters, create localized openings within the fault structure, similar to small gaps inside a crack.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Pep's trademark possession football that goes backwards and sideways is definitely being tinkered with, with City and other leading teams now looking to play forward earlier - something I definitely approve of!

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Now that the bet has gone sideways, Honda is left in its worst financial situation since the company’s birth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

“But after a six-week rally and a sharp rebound off the March lows, some sideways churn would help cool expectations and rebuild a healthier foundation for the next move higher.”

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Elliot yanked me sideways before I could accidentally trip anyone, and we huddled next to what was left of the stone wall as things went from bad to worse.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin