Assertion: paddle's shaft | /r/HasProperty | straight
Facets:
value: in various ways
type: MANNER
value: normally
type: DEGREE
Source sentences:
text: The shaft is normally straight but in some cases a 'crank' is added with the aim of making the paddle more comfortable and reducing strain on the wrist.
text: The two blades are attached to a shaft that can be straight or bent in various ways.