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

In interviews it was hard to get a word in edgeways.

From Economist • Jun. 22, 2017

The kids have a terrible time; they can't get a word in edgeways usually.

From The Guardian • Nov. 16, 2012

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