lengthwise
Americanadverb
Etymology
Origin of lengthwise
Example Sentences
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Split the lobsters lengthwise with a sharp, heavy knife, brush them with butter and grill them once your guests have arrived, since they cook very quickly.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
After filling the flats, he uses his finger or a piece of wood to make four or five parallel furrows lengthwise across the surface.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 31, 2024
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
He reached into his coat pocket and pulled out a sheaf of papers folded lengthwise.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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