1. Indirect or roundabout approaches to solving problems or achieving goals, often avoiding direct confrontation or straightforward tactics
The detective used oblique methods to gather information without alerting the suspect.
O detetive usou métodos oblíquos para reunir informações sem alertar o suspeito.
2. In mathematics or geometry, techniques that involve angles or slanted approaches rather than perpendicular or direct lines
The engineer employed oblique methods to calculate the stress on the angled beam.
O engenheiro empregou métodos oblíquos para calcular a tensão na viga inclinada.
3. Indirect communication or persuasion tactics that work around resistance through subtle means
She took oblique methods to convince her boss by gradually introducing the idea.
Ela usou métodos oblíquos para convencer seu chefe introduzindo gradualmente a ideia.