Meaning of angle for | Babel Free
Definitions
- To try to obtain something by subtle indirect means: political manoeuvres, suggestion, etc.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see angle, for.
Examples
“Rumors flew that Marlon Brando was angling for the lead — an odd choice, most agreed, but a sure sign of box office success.”
“He angles for trout Sundays.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.