1
: having inclination, disposition, or tendency
is always inclined to volunteer
I'm inclined to agree with you.
Please stay longer if you're so inclined.
2
a
: having a leaning or slope
an inclined surface
b
: making an angle with a line or plane
Examples of inclined in a Sentence
people who are inclined toward volunteering
a special school for children who are inclined toward the arts
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But local governments, which amend their planning codes with unusual frequency, could easily nullify the provision if so inclined.
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Christopher Calton,
Oc Register,
29 June 2026
The court's liberal members seemed inclined to preserve the restrictions.
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Will Dunham,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
The governor’s proposal will be on the November ballot, too, making OCPS officials worried that voters might be less inclined to re-approve the school property tax.
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Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
With voters nationwide worried about inflation and the rising cost of living, some Californians might feel less inclined to provide full healthcare coverage to those lacking legal status.
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Christine Mai-Duc,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
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Christopher Calton,
Oc Register,
29 June 2026
The court's liberal members seemed inclined to preserve the restrictions.
—
Will Dunham,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
The governor’s proposal will be on the November ballot, too, making OCPS officials worried that voters might be less inclined to re-approve the school property tax.
—
Steven Walker,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
With voters nationwide worried about inflation and the rising cost of living, some Californians might feel less inclined to provide full healthcare coverage to those lacking legal status.
—
Christine Mai-Duc,
Los Angeles Times,
26 June 2026
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“Inclined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inclined. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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