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.
slopes
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pluralof slope.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof slope (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
slopeverb (used without object)to have or take an inclined or oblique direction or angle considered with reference to a vertical or horizontal plane; slant.
Example Sentences
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Another technique involves driving across slopes in ways that help keep the wheels securely positioned on exposed bedrock.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
This is particularly noticeable near the bases of trees growing on mountain slopes, where trunks often need to curve to maintain an upright position.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026
Factora strongly suggests working with a personal trainer at least a few months before hitting the slopes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Partners seeking to buy the ski resort raised alarm bells among Forest Service officials when they announced plans for a club with special access to the slopes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 24, 2026
The mountain’s lower slopes were blanketed with green trees.
From "I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980" by Lauren Tarshis
