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wiggly

[wig-lee] / ˈwɪg li /






ADJECTIVE
writhing
Synonyms


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It’s easy to adore the star in the mid-to-late 1950s when he’s young and svelte, scandalizing and delighting America with his wiggly hips, popularizing a new sound dubbed rock ‘n’ roll.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

The wiggly appendages sweep the air to detect pheromones that raise alarms, lay trails, and help the insects navigate their social lives.

From Science Magazine • Jun. 13, 2024

His optometrist found "a wiggly vein" in the back of the eye which led to a blood test and pre-diabetes diagnosis.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2023

On the upside, we thus get Kevin Del Aguila’s adorably goofy line readings and eccentric, wiggly dancing.

From New York Times • Dec. 11, 2022

I expect something warm and wiggly and furry to plop into my arms.

From "Shiloh" by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor




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