heeled 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of heelednext
as in angled

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heeled

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verb

past tense of heel
as in tilted
to set or cause to be at an angle the strong gust heeled the sailboat almost to the point of capsizing, but we managed to right it

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heeled
  1. angled
  2. leaned
  3. tipped
  4. vertical
Verb
  • Moore beat Jackson with an inside release and angled his deep route toward the post.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This one gets a modern update thanks to details like bold black buttons, angled welt pockets, and a seamed front panel.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of angled
Verb
  • The designer leaned into his formidable cutting skills and theatrical bent, designing with high-tech fabrications that interact with smartphones, with foam-like materials, and experimenting in garment reconfiguration.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Same goes for Angelina Jolie, who could have very easily leaned into Callascore for Maria, but remains steadfast in her love of trench coats, black dresses, and pumps.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of leaned
Verb
  • Sometimes when a quarterback is being aggressive, passes are tipped or other mishaps out of his control result in interceptions.
    Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Gen Z, defined as people aged 18 to 27, tipped more than any other generation, including baby boomers (who are now aged 60-78), across four of the six services measured in a survey by Bankrate.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of tipped
Adjective
  • For larger areas, core aeration, power-raking, shallow tilling, or vertical mowing can be used to prepare the soil and remove thatch.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Designed by renowned architect Brian Brisbin of BBB Architects, the building will be akin to a vertical forest with over 120 trees planted on terraces to surround residents in nature despite being in the city.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of vertical
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