Directly addressing a topic:
* "She obliquely hinted at her dissatisfaction with the project, rather than voicing her concerns directly."
* "The politician obliquely addressed the scandal by saying he wouldn't comment on rumors."
Describing a physical angle:
* "The sun cast an oblique shadow across the garden."
* "The artist used oblique lines to create a sense of depth in the painting."
Figurative language:
* "His words were oblique, leaving me unsure of his true intentions."
* "The novel explores the complexities of love in an oblique and poetic manner."
Other examples:
* "She looked at him obliquely from under her eyelashes."
* "The news report obliquely mentioned the political implications of the event."
Remember that "obliquely" implies an indirect or angled approach, whether in communication, physical orientation, or figurative language.