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as in curved
marked by a long series of irregular curves
a curled and complicated route through a series of caves
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as in coiled
to follow a circular or spiral course
an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir
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Recent Examples of curled
Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Senior Sebastian Valencia scored goals on a header on a cross by junior Mason Sanders and another on a curled solo shot from distance.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The curled ends, which add extra dimension, are a particularly amazing touch.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
Styled by hairstylist Nikki Nelms, the actress’s curled crop cut was shaped with a SheaMoisture styling gel and smoothing oil which kept her curls healthy and in place.
—Essence, 12 Jan. 2026
Hairstylist Adir Abergel used Virtue Labs to perfect her curled shoulder-length style.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
In Place Some butterfly species can overwinter in place as adults or larvae, nestling between tree bark, under rocks, in seed pods, among curled leaves and leaf litter, or under the soil.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
For a super-flavorful addition to sandwiches or salads, try curled cress.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Fiddle-leaf fig trees sit between curled booths, upholstered in cloth made to look aged — or shabby chic.
—Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Sep. 2025
Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
Her hair was curled into subtle Old Hollywood waves by Rena Calhoun using products from Hair Rituel by Sisley Paris and tools from Mane.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Styled by Mara Roszak using GHD hair tools, Stone’s hair was blow-dried and curled slightly in different directions at the ends, creating a beautiful wave that gives it a soft swing.
—Lena Raab, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
Wisps of blond hair curled out from his baseball cap.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
The line outside the Paramount Theatre curled around the block Wednesday afternoon, past the marquee and down the sidewalk before spilling toward Brazos and Eighth streets.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
Stand back and check for any shingles that look lifted, crooked, or curled.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Moments after Will Osula curled in the stunning winner for Newcastle United against Manchester United on Wednesday night, an old post on social media started to find its way onto the timelines of millions.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Calum Ritchie carried the puck into the Sharks’ zone, curled, and found a trailing Tony DeAngelo, who skated to his right and put a wrist shot on net that Askarov couldn’t handle with his glove as the Islanders took a 1-0 lead.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Lancôme’s Lash Idôle Curl Goddess Mascara gives you longer, more curled lashes in just a few swipes.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Senior Sebastian Valencia scored goals on a header on a cross by junior Mason Sanders and another on a curled solo shot from distance.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Jan. 2026
The curled ends, which add extra dimension, are a particularly amazing touch.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
Styled by hairstylist Nikki Nelms, the actress’s curled crop cut was shaped with a SheaMoisture styling gel and smoothing oil which kept her curls healthy and in place.
—Essence, 12 Jan. 2026
Hairstylist Adir Abergel used Virtue Labs to perfect her curled shoulder-length style.
—Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
In Place Some butterfly species can overwinter in place as adults or larvae, nestling between tree bark, under rocks, in seed pods, among curled leaves and leaf litter, or under the soil.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
For a super-flavorful addition to sandwiches or salads, try curled cress.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2025
Fiddle-leaf fig trees sit between curled booths, upholstered in cloth made to look aged — or shabby chic.
—Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Sep. 2025
Verb
Not only is this location remote and hard to reach, but curled rattlesnakes and tarantulas lurk in nooks.
—Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
Her hair was curled into subtle Old Hollywood waves by Rena Calhoun using products from Hair Rituel by Sisley Paris and tools from Mane.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Styled by Mara Roszak using GHD hair tools, Stone’s hair was blow-dried and curled slightly in different directions at the ends, creating a beautiful wave that gives it a soft swing.
—Lena Raab, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
Wisps of blond hair curled out from his baseball cap.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
The line outside the Paramount Theatre curled around the block Wednesday afternoon, past the marquee and down the sidewalk before spilling toward Brazos and Eighth streets.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
Stand back and check for any shingles that look lifted, crooked, or curled.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026
Moments after Will Osula curled in the stunning winner for Newcastle United against Manchester United on Wednesday night, an old post on social media started to find its way onto the timelines of millions.
—Chris McKenna, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Calum Ritchie carried the puck into the Sharks’ zone, curled, and found a trailing Tony DeAngelo, who skated to his right and put a wrist shot on net that Askarov couldn’t handle with his glove as the Islanders took a 1-0 lead.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curled
Adjective
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It’s calibrated to one idea of what curly hair is, without accounting for the variables that actually drive your experience.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
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In particular, audiences couldn’t get past how the production team gave voluminous, curly locks to the famously bald Johnson.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This 36-inch-tall tower fan features a curved air inlet and a multi-blade design that creates a natural wind-like effect.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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The super high-rise fit defines my waist, while a curved yoke and higher back pockets create a perkier look.—
Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar,
Glamour,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
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By now, the mind-altering powers coiled in these devices are evident.—
Hannah Gold,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Mar. 2026
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Overnight, the smoke coiled upward and gave way to acid rain that stained the city black.—
Cora Engelbrecht,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Some researchers have theorized that climate change has made the jet stream more wavy.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
28 Mar. 2026
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The poster child for this world is a waifish, wavy-haired 20-year-old who goes by the name Clavicular.—
Spencer Kornhaber,
The Atlantic,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The building appears to have been demolished with twisted metal, bricks and other debris littering the site.—
Moriah Thomas,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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Boston and director Weronika Tofilska (who helmed the premiere episode, among others) draw out the gruesome undertones of familiar nuptial tropes with a sly and twisted sense of humor.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Chapin said Tokyo’s narrow and winding streets, often crowded with right-handed cars driving on the left side of the road, will present a fresh test for its AI technology, but that Nuro’s systems are designed to adapt and respond in real time.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Hosch, 67, went for a hike on part of the Appalachian Trail, a winding path that extends almost 2,200 miles through 14 states.—
Elissa Jorgensen,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The serpentine crawl around the airport’s South terminal gave way to wide open space, offering no signs of what the vacuous hall looked like just hours earlier.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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The shirt's three-quarter sleeves were perfect for showcasing her stacks of Bulgari serpentine cuffs.—
Kevin Huynh,
InStyle,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Curled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curled. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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