torsion
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Beyond these cosmological implications, the team speculates about the existence of a previously unknown particle linked to torsion, which they call the "Torstone."
From Science Daily • Dec. 15, 2025
There was nothing unusual in their collision, but a coincidence of torsion and tension ruptured Roigard’s patella tendon.
From BBC • Oct. 30, 2024
In the months after her surgery, the band that constricted her stomach slipped and she developed gastric torsion.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 24, 2023
The intestinal torsion meant the dolphin’s intestines had twisted so deeply in an area that made it impossible to reach through surgery.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2021
The dancelike pose of Apollo and graceful torsion of Daphne create the impression that they are moving in a carefully choreographed ballet.
From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson
Vocabulary lists containing torsion
Twists and Turns: Tor
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