Skew (Verb)
Meaning
Turn or place at an angle; "the lines on the sheet of paper are skewed".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The architect intentionally skewed the axis of the building to accommodate the sloping terrain.
- She skewed her posture when she picked up the heavy load to maintain her balance.
- A flawed calibration resulted in the scanner skewed images of the documents.
- Skewed by multiple refractions through the windows, the light created an optical illusion on the wall.
- After the intense storm, a fallen branch skewed the garden gate, making it difficult to open it properly.