Clockwise and Circular

Clockwise

Clockwise adjective - In the same direction as the rotating hands of a clock.

Circular and clockwise are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Circular" instead an adjective "Clockwise".

Circular

Circular adjective - Not straightforward or direct.

Clockwise and circular are semantically related. You can use "Clockwise" instead an adjective "Circular".

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