writhe
Example Sentences
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When athletes tear ACLs in other sports, crowds are used to watching them writhe on the ground in agony.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
The Colombian star put on a spectacular show that saw her dance with knives, writhe in a fake cave and play a fiery guitar solo during Objection Tango.
From BBC • Sep. 13, 2023
But the hourlong drive was a strain for Inez, and painful for Ken, who would writhe in agony during the commute.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 13, 2023
Eichel didn’t think it was bad enough to writhe on the ice and wait for medical attention when he could skate off and begin the process of collecting himself.
From Washington Times • Jun. 6, 2023
Dill’s father quickly opened and closed both hands, one finger at a time, making the serpents on his forearms ripple and writhe.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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