oblique

Example Sentences

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“I was actually focusing on core, oblique stuff,” Sasaki said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

At the Australian Open in January, Fritz reached the fourth round before losing to fifth-ranked Lorenzo Musetti of Italy in straight sets, capping a stretch heavily affected by recurring oblique and knee injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026

Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is also dealing with an oblique injury, but vowed to be ready.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

The joint US-Ukrainian communique offered only an oblique insight, saying the two sides "reaffirmed that any future agreement must fully uphold Ukraine's sovereignty".

From BBC • Nov. 26, 2025

There was a joy there, if oblique, left-handed, and Wen probably thought here was a man with whom he could share a longing.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee