writhe

verb

ˈrīt͟h How to pronounce writhe (audio)
Definition of writhenext
1
as in to weave
to cause to twine about one another tends to writhe his fingers together when he's nervous or upset

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2
as in to squirm
to make jerky or restless movements writhing in pain from his injuries

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Recent Examples of writhe Smith appeared to writhe and convulse on the gurney for at least four minutes during the execution. — Marty Roney, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 When the doctor arrives, Harry continues to writhe in pain. — Gina Ragusa, EW.com, 17 Feb. 2025 While panelists like Sara Haines and Sunny Hostin jumped up from the table to show off their accessories — and even danced/gyrated/writhed behind the Hot Topics table while wearing them — Goldberg was stunned into silence upon first receiving hers. — EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025 When grabbed by a predator, these dice snakes writhe, vomit and poop before finally going limp. — Ryley Graham, Smithsonian Magazine, 29 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for writhe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for writhe
  1. weave
  2. squirm
  3. twist
  4. twitch
  5. entwine
  6. fidget
  7. toss
  8. jerk
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  • Rattan is fabricated into furniture using rattan poles or by weaving thinner strips of rattan cane into wicker styles, like the banquette in this coastal kitchen by designer Marina Hanisch.
    — Monika Biegler Eyers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Our biases are woven into the very fabric of our existence, shaped by our experiences, cultures and societal norms.
    — Mani Padisetti, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of weave
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  • Trump: Ukraine should turn to Europe for security USDA chief pitches egg prices plan The Cabinet and Congress, at least for the time being, squirm in Elon Musk’s shadow.
    — Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 27 Feb. 2025
  • The production seems to have been given zero access to these bachelor’s dates or online interactions; instead, they are recounted as unsurprising post-game chastise sessions, with Hao reiterating his principles while the other men nod along or squirm a bit.
    — J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
Definition of squirm
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  • Because every television, film, theater, celebrity talent became available to these people, the complete consciousness of this group twisted on their head.
    — EW.com, EW.com, 12 Mar. 2025
  • There is also an excellent, if not a little demented, twist at the end.
    — Rosa Escandon, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
Definition of twist
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  • In the footage, the faceless android is seen suspended from the ceiling, its limbs twitching and moving in an unsettlingly human-like manner.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025
  • For example, dogs who love running might be twitching their paws while dreaming.
    — Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
Definition of twitch
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  • Intense floral aromas of roses and violets entwine with decadent chocolate.
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Her experiences were deeply entwined with her father’s Jacobite connections.
    — Alexandra Cox, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of entwine
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  • Some studies found that fidgeting throughout the day may burn up to 10 times more calories than sitting still.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 26 Feb. 2025
  • Rosenkrantz is played in the two-hander by Rebecca Hall with warmth and humor and a physical ease that makes Linda much more centered and self-contained than Whishaw’s chain-smoking, often fidgeting Peter.
    — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Jan. 2025
Definition of fidget
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  • The characters are near strangers, tossed together by weird and annoying circumstances.
    — Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Warren, 25, has tossed 11 2/3 innings this spring training, and he's looked excellent each time out.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of toss
Verb
  • While there are a slew of ways to pleasure yourself depending on these three factors, there are some basic tips that can be a helpful starting point, like how to finger yourself and how to jerk off.
    — Quispe López, Them, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Avoid jerking the valve or forcing it to turn, as this could cause the valve to break off.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2025
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