writhed

Example Sentences

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"It's all of ours first day," said a curator, re-assembling the artwork as it writhed.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

The anchors made the appropriate comments of shock and grief while I writhed in my seat wondering where all the various fire lines actually were at that moment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2025

Gen Xers can relate, having writhed through that angst years ago before realizing how much better it is to resume not caring anymore.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024

Levis writhed and reached for his left leg, remaining on the turf while medical staff ran out to evaluate him.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 17, 2023

The flames whirled and writhed, racing each other up the platform.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin