twists and turns
phrase
1
: surprising changes
It's hard to follow all the twists and turns of the plot.
2
: curves and frequent changes of direction
The road through the mountains has many twists and turns.
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“Twists and turns.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/twists%20and%20turns. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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