Pronunciation: /sɪˈnɪstrəl/
noun a left-handed person
A1 I heard that some animals, like snails, are sinistrals.
A2 In some cultures, being sinistral is considered unlucky.
B1 The sinistral nature of the situation became apparent as more information was revealed.
B2 The protagonist in the novel had a sinistral past that haunted him.
C1 The sinistral tendencies of the political leader were a cause for concern among the citizens.
C2 The sinistral forces at play in the country's economy were difficult to combat.
adjective relating to or situated on the left side; left-handed
A1 The sinistral snail moved slowly across the garden.
A2 She noticed the sinistral pattern of the shells on the beach.
B1 The sinistral rotation of the Earth affects the direction of ocean currents.
B2 The sinistral political party gained popularity in the region.
C1 The sinistral approach to solving the issue proved to be effective in the long run.
C2 His sinistral views on the economy were met with skepticism by experts.
formal The sinistral side of the building faced the setting sun.
informal She always walks with her sinistral hand in her pocket.
slang I can't believe he's so sinistral, he can't even tie his own shoes!
figurative His sinistral approach to problem-solving often leads to unorthodox solutions.
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