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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
Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 11 Mar. 2025
Anyone who is not psychopathic, or inclined to kill, doesn’t want someone to die.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 11 Mar. 2025
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
The groups challenging the firings in court say that was a lie, and Judge Alsup appeared inclined to agree during a court hearing last month.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 11 Mar. 2025
Anyone who is not psychopathic, or inclined to kill, doesn’t want someone to die.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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
Adjective
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If the Yankees are willing to eat a big chunk of the righty's contract, the prospect return might not need to be much at all.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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Apparently the Chinese government is now willing to play hardball in retaliation to Trump’s plan to levy additional duties.—
Vicki M. Young,
Sourcing Journal,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Hearing set for plan to remodel La Jolla Shores house A city of San Diego hearing officer will hold a public meeting to consider an application for an 851-square-foot second-story addition to a one-story, 2,694-square-foot house with an attached garage at 1821 Viking Way in La Jolla Shores.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Per the listing held by Ivan Sher of IS Luxury, the owner also has access to two parking spots in the attached garage.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Unlike softshell luggage, which is prone to rips, punctures, and general wear and tear, the Voja is constructed from polypropylene, a material that is both lightweight and incredibly impact-resistant.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Mar. 2025
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Smaller dogs are notoriously much louder and more prone to aggression than their bigger counterparts.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Even Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., whose vaccine stances sparked public concern, said Weldon wasn't ready.—
Axios,
Axios,
15 Mar. 2025
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The men had come in for supplies and were packing their mules and making ready to leave when Gladys encountered them.—
Ben East,
Outdoor Life,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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South Florida chocolate lovers reacted to the bittersweet news on social media on Sunday evening, just as the candy hub prepared to close without fanfare, by sharing fond memories of family outings and delicious treats.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Mar. 2025
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The actor, a two-time host on the venerable sketch comedy, was among the many stars present for the anniversary special celebrating 50 years on screen in February, and had nothing but fond memories to share while visting Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show on Monday.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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As spring training was beginning, Walker suffered a low-grade oblique injury.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
17 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article PEORIA, Ariz. — Matt Waldron didn’t even want to think about what a severe oblique injury would mean.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Knicks, by contrast, leaned heavily on their starters once again.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
4 Jan. 2025
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Rookie Dalton Knecht, a glaring defensive liability at times, has seen his minutes decrease over the past month as the Lakers have leaned more into the defense of Max Christie, Gabe Vincent and Cam Reddish on the perimeter.—
Jovan Buha,
The Athletic,
4 Jan. 2025
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What seems certain is that both the club and player will be glad when the summer transfer window opens and AC Milan can part ways with Theo Hernández with the two parties clearly needing a fresh start.—
Adam Digby,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Marian coach Dan Murray knows his team survived an off shooting night but was glad the Spartans could still win against the Celtics.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Inclined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inclined. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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