angle
Aussprache: [/ˈæŋ.ɡəl/]
Wort
Kontext: „geometry“
(noun) a figure formed by two rays called the sides of the angle, sharing a common endpoint, called the vertex. Angles are used to measure how much something turns or how two lines are positioned relative to each other.
Beispiel
The angle between the two walls was 90 degrees.
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There is no angle between two parallel lines.
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What is the angle between the hands of the clock at 3 o'clock?
Kontext: „perspective“
(noun) a particular way of looking at or thinking about a situation. It can also mean the direction from which something is viewed or approached.
Beispiel
She approached the problem from a different angle and found a solution.
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He couldn't see the issue from her angle.
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What's your angle on this matter?
Kontext: „communication“
(verb) to present or view something in a particular way. It can also mean to fish with a hook and line. When someone angles for something, they are trying to get it by indirect means.
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She angled her camera to capture the perfect shot.
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He got the job by angling with the boss instead of focusing on his skills.
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Why do you think he's angling for a promotion?
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