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at a right angle to a horizontal line or surface
- She stacked the books vertically on the shelf to save space.
- The curtain hung vertically, reaching from the ceiling to the floor.
- The flagpole stood vertically, displaying the national flag.
- The vines climbed vertically along the trellis, reaching for sunlight.
- The elevator moved vertically between the floors of the building.
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in a way that spans or connects different levels of a system or hierarchy
- The company is organized vertically, with each department reporting up the chain.
- Decisions were made vertically, with little input from lower levels.
- The business expanded vertically by acquiring its suppliers.
- Authority flowed vertically, limiting collaboration across teams.
- The system was designed to function vertically, from top management to the ground staff.
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