pitched

adj. having a slope or a slanted surface, like the top of a house.

adj. having a slanted or inclined surface rather than a flat one; typically used of roofs.

“The house has a steeply pitched roof to help the snow slide off in winter.”

“The architect specified a pitched roof for the pavilion to ensure efficient drainage and to mirror the local vernacular style.”

adj. having a sound that is at a particular level, either high or low.

adj. having a sound or voice of a specified tonal frequency or range.

“The singer has a very high-pitched voice that is easy to hear in a crowd.”

“The instrument produces a series of delicately pitched notes that resonate clearly even in a large concert hall.”

adj. describing a very fierce and organised fight or argument.

adj. referring to a battle or confrontation fought on a predetermined ground with fixed positions; by extension, any intense and sustained conflict.

“The two companies are in a pitched battle to win the new contract.”

“What began as a minor disagreement over zoning laws escalated into a pitched legal battle that lasted for over three years.”

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