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inclining

/in'klainiɳ/
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Explanation of the Word "Inclining"

Basic Definition:
The word "inclining" comes from the verb "incline," which means to lean or bend towards something. It can refer to physically leaning your body or to having a preference or tendency towards a certain idea or feeling.

Usage Instructions:
  • As a Verb: "Inclining" is often used to describe the action of tilting or bending. You can say someone is inclining their head to show they are listening or agreeing.
  • As a Noun: "Inclining" can also refer to the act of leaning or bending in a direction.
Example Sentences:
  1. Physical Action: "The tree was inclining toward the river due to the strong winds." (This means the tree is leaning toward the river.)
  2. Agreement: "Her inclining of the head indicated her agreement with the proposal." (This means she nodded her head to show she agreed.)
Advanced Usage:
  • "Inclining" can also describe a person's attitude or feelings. For instance, "He is inclining towards a more sustainable lifestyle." This means he is starting to prefer or choose a lifestyle that is more environmentally friendly.
Word Variants:
  • Incline (verb): To lean or bend.
  • Inclination (noun): A tendency or preference towards something.
  • Inclined (adjective): Having a tendency or preference (e.g., "She is inclined to help others").
Different Meanings:
  1. Physical Meaning: Leaning or bending.
  2. Figurative Meaning: A tendency or preference (e.g., "She has an inclination for art").
Synonyms:
  • Leaning
  • Tilting
  • Bending
  • Tending (when used figuratively)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While "inclining" does not have specific idioms or phrasal verbs associated with it, you can use phrases that convey a similar meaning: - "Lean towards": This means to prefer or have a tendency for something. For example, "I lean towards classical music rather than pop."

Summary:

"Inclining" can describe both a physical action of leaning or bending and a figurative tendency towards an idea or preference.

Noun
  1. the act of inclining; bending forward
    • an inclination of his head indicated his agreement

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