as in curvature
something that curves or is curved
the bold curve of the racing yacht's hull
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1
as in to arc
to turn away from a straight line or course
after following a straight path most of the way down the mountain, the ski trail abruptly curves to the right
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as in to bend
to cause to turn away from a straight line
curved the wood to make a bow
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Recent Examples of curve
Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Kershaw made it through four innings, giving up Taylor Ward’s homer off a 72.9 mph curve in the third and surrendering a run in the fourth on a walk, double and sacrifice fly.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 18 May 2025
Renny Vandewege, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Incorporate single plants in planting beds with gently curving outlines.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
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Noun
The suspension is designed not only for comfort, but to prevent passengers from being tossed around on tight curves and fun roads; the rear wheel steering helps this, too.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Kershaw made it through four innings, giving up Taylor Ward’s homer off a 72.9 mph curve in the third and surrendering a run in the fourth on a walk, double and sacrifice fly.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 18 May 2025
Verb
These weather systems initially track westward before curving northeastward, creating unpredictable hazard zones for vessels.
—Renny Vandewege, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Incorporate single plants in planting beds with gently curving outlines.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curve
Noun
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Last year, Kiké Hernández did the same thing after discovering astigmatism (a condition caused by imperfections in the curvature of the eye that can impact vision) in his own right eye.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2025
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How pet tracker technology works The technology works by identifying unique features of each animal — from eye shape and whisker length to unusual markings and tail curvature.—
Analisa Novak,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2025
Verb
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That arrow of light arcing over Celestial Park kicks off a spectacular water show with dancing fountains, lights and music in the pools running through the center of the land.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
13 May 2025
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Had Merino arced his run a little better, the entire semi-final might have turned on its head.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The flexi-wings bend slightly at high speeds to reduce drag or increase downforce, helping the car go faster.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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The leather straps are adjustable for a custom fit, and the sole only bends slightly at the toe, indicating excellent structure and long-term durability.—
Lauren Paige Richeson,
Health,
29 May 2025
Noun
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That means matching the shape of the hairline to the patient’s facial anatomy, following the correct angles and exit points based on texture, and adjusting for skin contrast, forehead slope and bone structure.—
Ascend Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
21 May 2025
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This system provides one of the medical team members off the pitch with a tablet displaying multiple camera angles of each incident.—
Geoff Scott,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Charlie Day and Billy Eichner round out the supporting cast.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
24 May 2025
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Meghann Fahy, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Camp round out the dramedy's main cast.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Cats typically show affection by arching their back against you, meowing, purring, following you around, or sleeping near you at night.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 May 2025
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Cuomo, who was already seated, warily arched his eyebrows.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
5 May 2025
Noun
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And as the sport’s top gate receipt producer—just ahead of the Yankees—the Dodgers can expect three boffo turns at the box office.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
30 May 2025
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Those ’90s doujinshi publications corresponded with a steady turn toward more positive love stories between women, and Class-S would see a massive resurgence in popularity thanks to the long-running Maria Watches Over Us (1998-2012).—
Vrai Kaiser,
Them.,
30 May 2025
Verb
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The On Balance Volume indicator (second panel above) has been trending higher in recent weeks, suggesting that up days have been marked with stronger volume readings.—
David Keller,
CNBC,
22 May 2025
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Youth hockey participation across North America is trending up again after a few years of decline.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
22 May 2025
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“Curve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curve. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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