twist and turn

phrase

1
: to curve or change direction often
The road along the coast twists and turns.
2
: to move with twisting motions : to be restless and to change position often
A little boy was twisting and turning in the seat behind me.

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Each of the quick, easy hikes lead to unique and impressive views that twist and turn through mesmorizing Sioux quartzite formations. Joie Probst, Midwest Living, 10 Apr. 2026 Certainly, Gomez’s 425 million Instagram followers, who have hung on every twist and turn in the star’s overall wellness and beauty journey, have helped push Rare Beauty toward its purpose. Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2026 The story continues to twist and turn. Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026 Lines that twist and turn across multiple floors at George Bush Intercontinental Airport have been the result of TSA only being able to staff one-third to one-half the usual number of checkpoint lines, said Jim Szczesniak, aviation director for Houston's airport system. Lisa Mascaro, Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for twist and turn

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“Twist and turn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twist%20and%20turn. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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