lengthwise
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When cut lengthwise, the two carrot halves curl because the difference in stress becomes unbalanced.
From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2024
After receiving the frozen trunk, the researchers sawed it in half lengthwise.
From Science Magazine • Sep. 26, 2023
Trim off the ends of the zucchini, then slice lengthwise into planks, leaving behind and discarding the seedy core.
From Washington Times • Aug. 29, 2023
Cut the pears in half lengthwise, and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 1, 2023
It looked like a gigantic tin can that had been cut in half, lengthwise, and then pressed down into the ground.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
