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Oblong

usgb/ˈɑːblɔːŋ/Volume
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Visualize the Shape

Picture an oblong as a stretched circle or a squished rectangle for better understanding.

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The track field was oblong, making it look like a stretched-out circle.
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Not Perfectly Rectangular

Remember, oblongs resemble rectangles but often have rounded corners or unequal sides.

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Her face had an oblong contour, more rounded than a true rectangle.
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Common Objects Example

Identify common items like certain phones or tablets that are oblong to visualize the word.

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His new smartphone was oblong, very sleek and easy to hold.
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