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as in twisting
marked by a long series of irregular curves
a long and winding path through the woods
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as in loop
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as in coiling
to follow a circular or spiral course
flowering vines wind around the porch's graceful columns
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as in infiltrating
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way
self-interest winds itself into everything that he does—even his alleged favors for other people
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Sep. 2024
The long, winding explanation of his Twitch ban that Dr. Disrespect gave in his return stream has many deeply strange parts, and no actual proof given about his statements.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
David Flett, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2024
This Week Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Clues And Answers For Sunday, September 29
The two inning plan was part of a gradual winding down process for Skenes, whose penultimate of his 23 starts in 133 innings was a five-inning appearance last weekend.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Two of the Kaboom Squad minigames included a roulette wheel game where players had to quickly stop on the correct shape, plus one where everyone did their best plumber impression and had to plug up leaks in a winding water pipe.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 9 Sep. 2024
The long, winding explanation of his Twitch ban that Dr. Disrespect gave in his return stream has many deeply strange parts, and no actual proof given about his statements.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024
Noun
The Grand Seiko range would continue for almost two decades, developing from one initial time-only caliber to others with date and day complications, automatic winding, and high-beat escapements.
—David Flett, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2024
This Week Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Clues And Answers For Sunday, September 29
The two inning plan was part of a gradual winding down process for Skenes, whose penultimate of his 23 starts in 133 innings was a five-inning appearance last weekend.
—Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 29 Sep. 2024
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“Winding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winding. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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