twist
Example Sentences
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And as much as any broadcast reality competition can be legitimately considered to be an experiment, the twist Rausch delivered in this season’s third week and sixth episode is remarkable for its common clarity.
From Salon
“Just a few hours,” I mumble, staring out the window at a gnarled oak tree that twists up to the sky.
From Literature
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Mom twists her hands together, something she does when she’s nervous.
From Literature
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Both of his hands are like twisted tree limbs.
From Literature
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A light breeze blew, and for a moment it looked like she was trying to twist the weed in her fingers.
From Literature
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