move sideways
The phrase "move sideways" is versatile, applicable in various contexts including sports, workplace scenarios, and general movements.
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Definition
B2General
To shift laterally from one position to another without moving forward or backward.
Example
- She moved sideways to let him pass.
B2Sports
(tennis, cricket)To change direction to the left or right to position oneself or an object better.
Example
- The player moved sideways to return the serve.
- The ball moved sideways after hitting the pitch.
C1Workplace
(professional)To change duties or responsibilities without a change in pay or conditions.
Example
- She decided to move sideways into a different department to gain new experience.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "move sideways":
move aroundmove awaymove backslide offturn asidestand asideonly movestep asidemove downback awaymove alongmove itstep overon the sidestep backmove aheadswing outmove forwardshift aboutgo left