as in rotation
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
the twirl of the dancer's skirt mesmerized me
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Recent Examples of twirl
Sophie Dodd, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
In the music video, released Monday, frontwoman Michelle Zauner sings the delicate ballad, while bassist Jungle twirls in a gleaming seashell, emulating a siren.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2025
Erika Veurink, Vogue, 30 Nov. 2024
Sleek sea otters dive and twirl in a tank before awed visitors.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2025
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Noun
Even friends who don’t enjoy wine will get a kick out of watching grape juice twirl through the double spirals, which serve to decant the wine while oxygenating it, resulting in fuller flavors and aromas.
—Sophie Dodd, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
In the music video, released Monday, frontwoman Michelle Zauner sings the delicate ballad, while bassist Jungle twirls in a gleaming seashell, emulating a siren.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
The effect should be laissez-faire, easy-breezy—but getting to that look isn’t as simple as twirling some fabric around your neck and heading out the door.
—Erika Veurink, Vogue, 30 Nov. 2024
Sleek sea otters dive and twirl in a tank before awed visitors.
—Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for twirl
Noun
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To minimize the disruption to the station's crew rotation schedule and on-going research, NASA opted to bump two astronauts from the next SpaceX Crew Dragon flight and to launch that mission, known as Crew 9, in late September with just two crew members on board.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article Following a rash of rotation injuries to begin spring training, the Mets are having better luck with their starting staff this week.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Xiaomi 15 Ultra Acts Like A Camera In all this, your index finger can reach four physical controls: two buttons, a jog dial, and a rotating dial.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Equipped with a flip-up brush and crevice tool as well as a rotating nozzle, the vacuum is compact enough to get into just about any tight space.—
Ho Lin,
Miami Herald,
3 Mar. 2025
Verb
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McRae showcased the song inside a white box fitted with a revolving floor and spotlight.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2025
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The filing also details amendments to revolving promissory note agreements with principal stockholders, extending maturity dates and increasing maximum principal indebtedness.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
5 Feb. 2025
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Tucked within its bouquet of lily of the valley, rose, and peony, wild strawberries add a berry-fresh spin to the whole garden fantasy.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2025
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As an ever-expanding culinary hotspot, Baton Rouge’s local restaurants and bakeries add a unique flavor to the festivities, putting creative spins on the King Cake – from King Cake Calzones and Macarons to King Cake Sushi Rolls and Croissants.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Verb
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And Culture-Sharing Profit-sharing turns a company’s success into a shared achievement, aligning talent interest with an organization's long-term goals.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Barbie’s birthday on March 9, when the iconic doll will turn 66.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Some choices might be locked off because of a bad dice roll or not having the right skill or equipment.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The survivor pulls his gun on Hector and arrests him as the opening credits roll.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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As if on cue, the closed front door suddenly swings wide open on its own.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
4 Mar. 2025
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For the afterparty, Lisa swung in the complete opposite direction in a curve-hugging Schiaparelli number with a pinstripe bodice and pleated white skirt.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While navigating the left curve, the HR-V driver activated her left turn signal and began to slow down to make a left turn into the driveway when the Accord driver, identified as Leblanc, allegedly struck the HR-V from behind causing the HR-V to strike a tree, the warrant affidavit said.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2025
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The Keeling Curve goes precipitously up; the curve of basic national responsibility is curving sharply down now.—
Bill McKibben,
The New Yorker,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Twirl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twirl. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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