crabwise Sentence Examples

The cat moved crabwise, inching closer to the mouse hole with caution.
He shuffled crabwise along the narrow ledge, trying not to lose his balance.
The crabwise movement of the vehicle made the passengers uneasy as it navigated the steep mountain road.
She sidled crabwise through the crowded room, avoiding bumping into anyone.
The crabwise progression of the negotiations frustrated both parties, leading to a stalemate.
The dancer glided crabwise across the stage, executing precise movements with grace.
The crabwise motion of the boat as it entered the turbulent waters made the passengers feel queasy.
He approached the delicate task crabwise, taking small steps to ensure accuracy.
The child moved crabwise toward the edge of the pool, hesitant to jump in.
She adjusted her position crabwise to get a better view of the unfolding scene.

crabwise Meaning

Wordnet

(of movement) at an angle

No weak antonyms found.

(of movement) at an angle

sidewise,sideways, laterally, edgewise,broadside, indirectly, sidewards, edgeways, sideward,obliquely

straight, right, right, straight, dead, direct, dead,direct,

The cat moved crabwise, inching closer to the mouse hole with caution.

He shuffled crabwise along the narrow ledge, trying not to lose his balance.

The crabwise movement of the vehicle made the passengers uneasy as it navigated the steep mountain road.

She sidled crabwise through the crowded room, avoiding bumping into anyone.