slope
verb (used without object)
to have or take an inclined or oblique direction or angle considered with reference to a vertical or horizontal plane; slant.
are sloping
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present progressiveof slope.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Both term structures are sloping upwards, and the VIX futures are trading with a large premium to VIX.
From MarketWatch ● May 28, 2026
The terms structures are sloping upwards, and the VIX futures are trading at a premium to VIX.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 26, 2026
The term structures are sloping strongly upwards, and the VIX futures are trading at a premium to VIX.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 11, 2025
Currently, both term structures are sloping upwards and the VIX futures are trading with a strong premium to VIX, and all is well on the bullish front.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 4, 2025
“Notice how all these passages are sloping downwards!” called Mr. Wonka.
From "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" by Roald Dahl
