orient

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Although the overall structure of the cells remained intact, these small abnormalities may be enough to permanently alter how cells orient themselves during division.

From Science Daily

The gusts were the product of mountain wave wind conditions, meaning they were oriented in a way where they would rapidly drop down the slopes of the San Gabriel Mountains, causing strong, dangerous bursts.

From Los Angeles Times

The company is the largest holder of timberland in the U.S. and a leading producer of logs, lumber and oriented strand board.

From Barron's

“The economy may well be losing jobs right now, which underscores the point that the risks are oriented towards more Fed support being implemented next year,” ING economist James Knightley said in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal

A lot of my job is oriented toward night, but even before comedy, something about the night called to me.

From Los Angeles Times