as in curvature
something that curves or is curved
the stars seemed to align themselves into one vast glittering arc
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
the ball arced toward the batter and nearly hit him
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Recent Examples of arc
Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 15 Mar. 2025
The girl group knows how to ride the pop machine’s momentous arc.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
Attorneys for Edelson allege that the video shows arcing, and sparks falling onto the dry hillside.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
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Noun
In other words, they’ve been outscored by 108 total points from beyond the arc in just three games.
—Chris Biderman, Sacramento Bee, 15 Mar. 2025
The girl group knows how to ride the pop machine’s momentous arc.
—Irene Kim, Vogue, 14 Mar. 2025
Verb
Cars everywhere were ablaze, and a dome of embers arced above the avenue like festival lights strung above streets in Little Italy.
—Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 13 Feb. 2025
Attorneys for Edelson allege that the video shows arcing, and sparks falling onto the dry hillside.
—Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for arc
Noun
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Its exquisite exterior curvatures are a match for no other as Range Rover delivers royalty to all consumers.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
8 Mar. 2025
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The custom rug by Sacco Carpet mirrors the curvature of the ceiling.—
Greg Carannante,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Completed in 2021, the four-bedroom, four-bath abode offers nearly 7,000 square feet of living space over three floors that are accessible via an elevator and a curving staircase topped by a 34-teardrop glass pendant chandelier.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
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The interior design features curved wooden elements that not only add sculptural beauty but also enhance sound quality throughout the venue.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Brownlee pointed out that as YouTube has grown, creators have been challenged to find niches and make content that can draw in viewers through a particular angle.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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Two games later, Djokovic left a drop shot within easy reach of the Dutchman, who slipped the ball past him on a sharp angle for a second break of serve.—
Matthew Futterman,
The Athletic,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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West Elm Myla Side Storage Bed $1,999 $1,700 West Elm Specs: The slight bend of the headboard gives this platform bed a touch of midcentury-modern style.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Mar. 2025
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Single-Leg Deadlift Move Type: Strength How to Do It: Stand with feet hip-width apart; keep a soft bend in both knees.—
Alyssa Ages,
Outside Online,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The military suffered through years of lean times for recruiting, but the numbers have taken a dramatic turn for the better.—
Cory Smith,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Mar. 2025
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One of those learners might stumble upon their own improvement and pass it along in turn.—
Eli Elster,
The Conversation,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Arc.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arc. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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