as in vortex
water moving rapidly in a circle with a hollow in the center
in The Odyssey, Ulysses is trapped between the six-headed monster Scylla and Charybdis, a deadly whirlpool that threatens to suck in his ship
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Sleek terrace suites include plunge pools on a private terrace, a whirlpool for two, and 24-hour room service.
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Kristin Braswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2023
Guests can unwind in the sauna, steam room and whirlpool downstairs or with a spa treatment, available upon request.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024
Activities and Experiences Eight pools range from whirlpools to infinity pools to a lap pool complete with water exercise classes.
—Sarah Sekula, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2024
Wellness is a central focus, namely in the spa, which is bookable for private use and includes a Finnish sauna, hydro massage whirlpool, cold bucket shower, and a lounge area.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2024
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Kristin Braswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2023
Guests can unwind in the sauna, steam room and whirlpool downstairs or with a spa treatment, available upon request.
—Anna Haines, Forbes, 25 Sep. 2024
Activities and Experiences Eight pools range from whirlpools to infinity pools to a lap pool complete with water exercise classes.
—Sarah Sekula, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2024
Wellness is a central focus, namely in the spa, which is bookable for private use and includes a Finnish sauna, hydro massage whirlpool, cold bucket shower, and a lounge area.
—Emily Hochberg, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for whirlpool
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“Whirlpool.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whirlpool. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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