perpendicular

Example Sentences

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Two of the bright yellow and blue train carriages came to rest perpendicular to the tracks across the small canal and partially in a field.

From Washington Times

Thinly slice the scapes into discs by holding the scape perpendicular to your knife.

From Salon

I roast them at 400 to 425 degrees F. Grilling: Just make sure to position the spears perpendicular to the grates so you don’t lose any.

From Washington Times

The bridge typically stays perpendicular to allow boat traffic to pass, but a bridge operator aligns the bridge with the tracks if train traffic is anticipated.

From Seattle Times

A 15-foot berm created from multiple plow trips blocked any view — or access — to the home’s driveway, requiring some exploring a perpendicular road to find the house down a long driveway.

From Los Angeles Times