obliquely

American  

[uh-bleek-lee, oh-bleek-, uh-blahyk-lee, oh-blahyk-] / əˈblik li, oʊˈblik-, əˈblaɪk li, oʊˈblaɪk- /

adverb

1. in an oblique manner or direction.

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Etymology

Origin of obliquely

First recorded in 1565–75; oblique + -ly

Example Sentences

Steeped in first-person portraiture, the film depicts peripheral characters obliquely, like a shadow without a body.

From Los Angeles Times

The theocrat would express his distrust of the Americans, caution his emissaries to be vigilant, but then obliquely defend their efforts.

From The Wall Street Journal

Smith’s pregame message to his players only obliquely touched on the tragedy.

From Los Angeles Times

The initial reports of this action were reported by the New York Times and Washington Post, but it was confirmed for me, if somewhat obliquely, by a White House spokeswoman.

From Los Angeles Times

“Films are supposed to change hearts and challenge minds,” Saldaña noted, perhaps obliquely referencing the controversy.

From Los Angeles Times

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