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oblique

[uh-bleek, oh-bleek, uh-blahyk, oh-blahyk] / əˈblik, oʊˈblik, əˈblaɪk, oʊˈblaɪk /




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Hernández said he initially tweaked his oblique before his season debut, during batting practice Monday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

France has vowed to abandon the so‑called "Francafrique" strategy, under which Paris sought to keep francophone Africa under its thumb through political collusion, exclusive access for French businesses and oblique financial deals, including graft.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

He rushed back from a Grade 2 left oblique strain in time to play in the Lakers’ first-round series but has struggled to find his rhythm after a month-long absence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Less than four weeks after suffering a Grade 2 left oblique muscle strain, Austin Reaves is closing in on a return with the Lakers in position to clinch a spot in the Western Conference semifinals.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

He smiled at Isidore but his bright, small eyes remained oblique.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick




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