bend

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Bend' more generally refers to making something, usually stiff or straight, curve or angle in a different direction. Not just physical things but also bending a rule means making a slight change or exception to it.

Examples in Different Contexts

In dance, the ability to 'bend' and flex is vital for certain moves. A choreographer could instruct, 'You need to bend more at the waist to execute this move correctly.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

Creating the perfect balance in a design often takes trial and error. Subtle changes can drastically affect the vibe of the piece.

Response:

We should consider bending the design slightly to give it a more fluid shape.

Tech

Scenario:

The software seems to be causing more errors after the update. Maybe our testing protocol needs some tweaking.

Response:

I believe bending the testing protocol to align with the updated software will reduce these errors.