coiling 1 of 2

as in spiral
turning around an axis like the thread of a screw the coiling strands of rope

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coiling

2 of 2

verb

present participle of coil

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coiling
Adjective
  • Cut dough spiral into 12 equal pieces.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Sep. 2025
  • At an alumni game at Brigham Young University, Young, on the field with much younger men, can’t resist the chance to test his spiral one last time.
    Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Prosecutors and Urbina’s defense are expected to argue the motion during Urbina’s next hearing in the winding case this month.
    Sam Charles, Chicago Tribune, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Horan, who previously coached on seasons 23 and 24, knows the winding roads of performing on singing competition shows all too well.
    Briana Edwards, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The Nuggets thrive on forcing defenders into impossible choices, and Johnson’s ability to drive-and-kick off curling actions adds yet another layer of stress to opponents.
    Joel Rush, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Its programs include league play, cocktails and curling events, junior curling and adaptive curling.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Along the Corniche—a sweeping waterfront promenade curving around the bay—traditional dhows drift past a shimmering skyline of minarets and sculptural skyscrapers.
    Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Here, miles away from the nearest public road, a small canyon carves into curving limestone.
    Eva Frederick, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Coiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coiling. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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