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Oblique means slanted or tilted direction. It also refers to something that is misleading or not straight to the point. (adjective)
- An example of oblique is a kitchen table that isn't arranged straight in the center of the kitchen, but that is instead tilted at an angle away from the walls and cabinets.
- An example of oblique is an argument that has no clear point or thesis to it.
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