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Having, or running in, a slanted or oblique direction
“The landscape here consists of broad ridgetops and moderately sloping hillsides and gently sloping hill crests.”
Running or lying across
Having an irregular or uneven surface, edge, or outline
Present participle for to be or cause to be at an angle
“In smaller specimens, the entire upper platform surface may slope into a deep groove, giving the element a V-shaped cross-section.”
Present participle for to slant or lean upwards
“It appeared to slope higher toward the east, where on the horizon it assumed the proportions of a mountain.”
Present participle for to slant or lean downwards
“Inflowing currents are often induced or strengthened by offshore winds which tend to cause the surface to slope downwards towards the land.”
Present participle for to go or move quietly or quickly, without attracting notice
Present participle for to go or sink underground or underwater
Present participle for to decrease in level, amount or degree, especially gradually
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