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curved

Pronunciation: [kɜrvd]

Word

Learn how to use curved in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “shape”

(adjective) when something is not straight and has a smooth bend or arc. Imagine how a rainbow looks; it’s not a straight line, it’s curved.

Example

The path through the park is beautifully curved, making it nice to walk on.

Example

The road was straight for miles without any curved sections.

Example

Can you draw a curved line that isn’t straight?

Context: “action”

(verb) to make something bend or arc instead of being straight. Like when you're using your hands to bend a piece of wire into a shape.

Example

She curved the clay into a lovely shape for her project.

Example

He did not curve the paper; it stayed flat on the table.

Example

Can you curve the ribbon instead of keeping it flat?

How to pronounce curved

Pronunciation: [kɜrvd]

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