lengthwise

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To find out why they do this, scientists chopped carrots lengthwise to expose their insides, which helped them collect data on how the inner core of the carrot would be affected by refrigeration.

From Science Magazine • Jan. 23, 2024

Mammoth tusks are well-suited to isotopic study because they grew throughout the ancient animals' lives, with clearly visible layers appearing when split lengthwise.

From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2024

Cut shrimp in half lengthwise, pat dry with paper towels and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon salt.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 16, 2024

Fold an 18-inch-long sheet of foil lengthwise into a strip wide enough for the salmon to fit on.

From Washington Times • Dec. 21, 2023

“I mean what are the chances of a thirteen-foot gator hauling out onto this levee during a hurricane and dying lengthwise across the road at the very moment we need to walk past?”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith