CORKSCREW Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of corkscrew

as in spiral

turning around an axis like the thread of a screw an angelic child with beautiful corkscrew curls

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verb

as in to pull

to draw out by force or with effort practically every word had to be corkscrewed out of the tight-lipped witness

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as in to curl

to follow a circular or spiral course the trail corkscrews through dense woods to the top of the steep hill

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straighten

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Recent Examples of corkscrew

Adjective

The size and shape of antelope horns range dramatically, from the tiny spikes of duikers to the majestic corkscrew horns (more than 160 cm [63 inches] long) of the greater kudu. — Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 Apr. 2026 The Oscar winner's hair has changed a lot over the years, from her iconic red corkscrew curls in 1983 to a long blonde mane in 2026. — John Russell, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026

Verb

Above ground, corkscrew plants produce small green leaves and delicate flowers. — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 16 Jan. 2026 For dinner, choose the soon-to-open French bistro Petit Trois from chef Ludo Lefebvre, or opt for casual comfort (burgers, Jidori chicken Milanese, corkscrew fries) at the convivial, all-day restaurant. — Siobhan Reid, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for corkscrew

Recent Examples of Synonyms for corkscrew

Adjective

Watching the models spiral down the staircase of what was once home to Barney's New York made each look feel even more thrilling.

— Vogue, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026
At the start of this school year, Aya’s sixteen-year-old daughter, Naheda, asked for a spiral notebook.

— Mosab Abu Toha, New Yorker, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of spiral

Verb

Achane’s replacement scored at the end of the third quarter pulled Miami within a score, making it 12-10 headed into the fourth quarter.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
Like a matador swirling his cape, Patrick Roden-Reynolds pulled a swatch of white flannel this way and that on the grass and leaf litter in my yard.

— Bob Drogin, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of pull

Verb

After the break, Croatia's defense was sliced open again on a quick break and Elliot Anderson curled in a cross from the right and Kane slid in at the back post for a poacher's finish.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026
Sand-like granules collecting in gutters, curling or missing shingles, brittle or cracking shingles, sagging sections and indoor leaks or ceiling stains are the standard indicators that a roof is failing.

— Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of curl

Verb

Much of the fear stems from Paramount's pledge to extract more than $6 billion in annual synergies within three years of closing the merger.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
When Blue Cross Blue Shield recently published research suggesting that hospitals use artificial intelligence tools to extract more money from insurers without providing additional care, people were mad.

— Leah Pierson, STAT, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of extract

Verb

The original number was 28,800, but Carolina Herrera designer Wes Gordon’s two children plucked a tulip each to take with them.

— Max Berlinger, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026
Four years later Fontaine plucked another future Hall of Famer, taking outfielder Tony Gwynn in the third round.

— Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of pluck

Verb

What to do nearby My walk to Compo Beach along the golf course’s winding paths and then through a picturesque neighborhood of shiplap homes took just under 30 minutes at a brisk pace.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Its winding path — and its goose motif — serve as the inspiration for Fortunae, Ginori 1735’s latest collection of collectible porcelain and home decor.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of wind

Verb

The space seamlessly flows into a dining area and a custom kitchen outfitted with curving cabinetry, stainless steel shelving, Caesarstone countertops, a contoured island, and a breakfast nook.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026
Designed by Behar Font & Partners, the building’s curving silhouette and glass façade evoke the slender form of a tulip blossom.

— Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026

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