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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
Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
The old woman, though, stares at the screen, the shadow of a smile curled into her lips and a frown barely creasing her forehead.
—Matthew Bremner, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2025
Black plumes of smoke curled toward the sky, spewing fine particulate pollution.
—Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
When Cunha curled the ball into the direction of the goal, Doherty (red) moved closer to Onana to block the goalkeeper, Bueno (red) disrupted his jump, and Guedes (yellow) was free to attack the back post.
—Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
The first snuck in at the near post, the second curled higher into the far.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Boldy entered the zone and curled back.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
The final scene in the movie is a shot of Depp curled next to a decrepit male figure like Pompeiian victims, surrounded by flowers.
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Nicks on the edge or stiffened, curled rubber will leave streaks.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
The ball curled through the proverbial eye of a needle, between Diogo Jota and Darwin Nunez, and behind Alexis Mac Allister, who was forced to spin on his heels.
—Laurie Whitwell, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
The old woman, though, stares at the screen, the shadow of a smile curled into her lips and a frown barely creasing her forehead.
—Matthew Bremner, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2025
Black plumes of smoke curled toward the sky, spewing fine particulate pollution.
—Rebecca Plevin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2025
When Cunha curled the ball into the direction of the goal, Doherty (red) moved closer to Onana to block the goalkeeper, Bueno (red) disrupted his jump, and Guedes (yellow) was free to attack the back post.
—Ahmed Walid, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
The first snuck in at the near post, the second curled higher into the far.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
Boldy entered the zone and curled back.
—Joe Smith, The Athletic, 28 Dec. 2024
The final scene in the movie is a shot of Depp curled next to a decrepit male figure like Pompeiian victims, surrounded by flowers.
—Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Nicks on the edge or stiffened, curled rubber will leave streaks.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curled
Adjective
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In just five years, Pattern has created a unique space in premium hair care, specifically for the curly, coily, and tight-textured community, building its own legacy with exceptional products.—
Billee Howard,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The wig features a consistently shoulder-length cut, and its curly texture adds a charming touch.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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For proof, Camp shared what appeared to be his original concept drawings for Pleakley, wearing a wavy red wig and a blue dress.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
8 May 2025
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Ideal for fine to thick curly or wavy hair, this Drybar wave spray enhances natural texture and body while leaving no grit behind.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Long-time nemesis Brad Marchand scored the winner for the Panthers on a twisted wrister that banked off Rielly before zipping past goalie Joseph Woll.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The lustful reggaeton-bachata song about a twisted love affair would shock fans upon its release in the spring of 2005.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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After the afternoon prayers, the thunderstorm fading into the distance, a group of girls takes a winding cobblestone path through a thin area of woods and approaches a greenhouse.—
Lindsey McGinnis,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 May 2025
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Black Sands’ 12 teak bungalows are just steps from the beach, connected by a winding wooden boardwalk.—
Jen Murphy,
Robb Report,
19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Some leaf-mining insects make distinct patterns, like squiggles or serpentine shapes, while others make irregular blotches, like this species.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
8 May 2025
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Nichols Canyon is navigated by a serpentine road that climbs into the mountains above Hollywood and is home to some pretty spectacular dwellings.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
6 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Curled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curled. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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