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as in willing
having a desire or inclination (as for a specified course of action)
we couldn't have convinced her if she weren't already so inclined
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as in attached
having a liking or affection
a nightclub strictly for those inclined towards loud music
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as in prone
having a tendency to be or act in a certain way
a kindly couple who are inclined to be helpful to strangers
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as in leaning
running in a slanting direction
the highway ramps and other inclined roadways were treacherous during the ice storm
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as in tilted
to set or cause to be at an angle
carefully inclined the ladder against the house
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Recent Examples of inclined
David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
Those inclined whould read the actual Waymo paper as well as their summary.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Julie Coleman, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Cramer acknowledged that some investors, particularly traders with a more short-term view, are inclined to automatically trim stocks when bond yields rise.
—Julie Coleman, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Older voters may also be more inclined to stay home in bad weather, but older voters are more split between Trump and Harris, and many of these voters also vote early.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
Those inclined whould read the actual Waymo paper as well as their summary.
—Brad Templeton, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Some on Wall Street worried that the increase in yields means the economy is heating up again, and the Federal Reserve won’t be inclined to make more rate cuts.
—Julie Coleman, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Cramer acknowledged that some investors, particularly traders with a more short-term view, are inclined to automatically trim stocks when bond yields rise.
—Julie Coleman, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclined
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The Biden administration was working on things to incentivize innovation, giving money to people willing to take on zoning challenges.Kim Velsey, Curbed, 11 Nov. 2024
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This time, President-elect Donald Trump knows a lot more about how to manipulate the levers of power and plans to surround himself with loyalists willing to do his bidding in making sweeping changes to both policies and processes.Carl Leubsdorf, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Its curvaceous shape represents the female form, with an attached ball symbolizing the constraints women face.Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
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Fox added on a black and white Dsquared2 clutch featuring an attached glovelet.Hannah Malach, WWD, 21 Oct. 2024
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The distinctive body is well suited for left-handed users as well as righties, but the hyper-glossy exterior is prone to smudging.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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As an artist, Rebecca Moses is prone to taking the unfamiliar route.David Moin, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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Anyone who can smell smoke should be ready to leave, Gardner said.Phil Helsel, NBC News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Related Articles Huge East Bay industrial complex is bought in deal that tops $100 million Music, entertainment, live events venue may sprout in downtown San Jose Self-driving cars aren’t here yet, but states are getting the rules ready Larry Magid is a tech journalist and internet safety activist.Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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Taye Diggs has nothing but fond memories of the cast of The Best Man.Angela Andaloro, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Advertisement The fond memory contrasts sharply with recent images of his hometown. Mhaibib, perched on a hill close to the Israeli border, was leveled by a series of explosions on Oct. 16.Sally Abou Aljoud, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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On the other hand, the Saints are currently deep in a six-game losing streak, largely attributed to an oblique injury sustained by starting quarterback Derek Carr in a Week 5 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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Smith, now in his 10th NFL season, has missed just one game in that time — a Week 7 contest in 2021 due to an oblique injury.Rob Reischel, Forbes, 19 Oct. 2024
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Other times, the academy has leaned too far in the other direction.Paul Grein, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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Related Articles In 2024, designer tote bag trends have leaned into stylish function to support busy days.Olivia Cigliano, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
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All will be glad when this singularly nasty election is over.Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Nov. 2024
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All in all, the Warriors are glad to have their leader back for this game.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Inclined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclined. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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