as in curve
something that curves or is curved
curvature of the spine is called scoliosis
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Recent Examples of curvature
In addition, Dan Sasaki, Panavision’s vice president of optical engineering, made a bespoke 80mm Petzval lens with an aggressive field curvature, which increased de-focus toward the edges of the frame.
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Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 19 Apr. 2025
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
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
Designed by Gerald Summers, the chair’s curvature was achieved from a single sheet of plywood, cut and steam-pressed.
—Anders Modig Davin, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 19 Apr. 2025
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
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
Designed by Gerald Summers, the chair’s curvature was achieved from a single sheet of plywood, cut and steam-pressed.
—Anders Modig Davin, WWD, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curvature
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Summer jobs: Chicago Blackhawks’ offseason plans, from Connor Bedard’s speed to Kevin Korchinski’s blade curve Chicago Blackhawks players’ offseason plans include film work, yoga, house hunting and the World Championship.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
25 May 2025
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His projections were rudimentary by today’s standards, but at the time were ahead of the curve.—
David Hill,
Rolling Stone,
24 May 2025
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Its steering is tight and precise, and throwing its 1,800kg mass around bends is heaps of fun thanks to its grippy tyres.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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The biggest knocks on Sawyer were his subpar measurables (31 3/4-inch arms) and the lack of bend or nuance in his pass-rush plan.—
Nick Baumgardner,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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Squaring up Federico Dimarco, Yamal drove to the byline before chopping back — nearly sending Dimarco out of the stadium — taking a touch, and rifling the ball at goal from the tightest of angles.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
2 June 2025
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The monthly report The task force also releases monthly reports that show the crisis from a different angle.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 June 2025
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“Curvature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curvature. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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