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vertical
Noun
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A line that is upright is called a vertical.
Please draw a vertical that intersects the circle.
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The fully upright position is the vertical.
The builder used a string to make sure the frame was on the vertical.
When the plane lands all seats should be on the vertical.
vertical
Adjective
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Something that is standing straight is vertical. In a vertical direction means straight up or down.
The radio mast was vertical on the horizon.
A vertical shaft went down to the mine.
Vertical stripes on a shirt make a person look thinner.
standard
Adjective
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If something is standard, it is typical or usual.
The store sells standard American food.
standard
Noun
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A standard is a quality that is the minimum or usual.
percent correct is the standard for an A at our school.
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A standard is a military or ceremonial flag carried on a pole or hoisted on a rope.