as in to coil
to follow a circular or spiral course
an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir
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Recent Examples of curl
Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
Loose, high-shine curls cascaded down her back to add an old Hollywood vibe.
—Chiara Kim, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2024
Once all the branch tips have been fluffed, curl a few of the tip ends towards the front upwards to create a more natural-looking tree.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Noun
This viral multi-styling hair tool from Shark that dries, volumizes, and curls hair is at its lowest price of the year.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Dec. 2024
Loose, high-shine curls cascaded down her back to add an old Hollywood vibe.
—Chiara Kim, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Verb
Fabrics made with Outlast, a functional fiber that curls away from the wearer, allows for more air flow in warm temperatures.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Oct. 2024
Once all the branch tips have been fluffed, curl a few of the tip ends towards the front upwards to create a more natural-looking tree.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for curl
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From past red carpets and award shows to fashion-forward events, she’s rocked everything from fiery Botticelli-style waves to a sharp pixie.Larry Stansbury, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
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During high tide or if there’s a swell, waves crash onto walkways, soaking passersby.Daniel de Visé, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The large nonvenomous constrictor captures its prey by ambushing it before coiling around it.Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
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Despite its name, what this place has is the widest variety of börek, flaky pastry topped with seeds and coiled around fillings like feta, spinach, and potato.Betsy Andrews, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2024
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Reducing risk via diversification and a solid business network The Moselle lock accident shows once again how a seemingly minor incident can affect the risk of production downtime.Sin To, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Some locks are so effective they can never be picked, even with infinite time and resources.John Pavlus, WIRED, 15 Dec. 2024
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Hike the craggy ridges of Sete Cidades, where twin sapphire lakes glisten below kayakers, or meander on the winding paths to the crater lake of Lagoa do Fogo.Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
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Made from steel, it is organically shaped, like part of a tree is hanging down, with wild, winding branches.Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Yet, even with this headline-making news, Lively's fluffy ringlets still managed to have their moment.Catherine Santino, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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Rods out and Shirley Temple–style ringlets intact, Palmer is ready to move on to the next step of her curl-loving regimen.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
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Inside, a double-height foyer displaying a curving staircase leads to a high-ceilinged living room centered around a bespoke fireplace adorned with a vintage mantel by Jamb of London.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024
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It’s decorated in shades of wood and white, with gently curving ceilings (a little cavelike, a little nautical) and walls dotted with interesting, mismatched pieces of art.Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Quickly dried their hair, smoothed frizz, and boosted volume without being too hot or damaging.Alyssa Brascia, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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This set with a 100% mulberry silk face mask and pillow, both of which help smooth over fine lines and frizz.Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Speculation has swirled since the beginning of this year that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) could mount a bid for Cornyn’s seat, which could make for a contentious primary battle between the state’s MAGA wing and old guard.Julia Manchester, The Hill, 15 Dec. 2024
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After Brown's comments, rumors swirled that there was drama between the star receiver and Hurts.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Curl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curl. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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