curlicue 1 of 2

noun

variants also curlycue
Definition of curlicuenext
as in coil

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curlicue

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verb

as in to loop

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Recent Examples of curlicue
Noun
The walls are decked out with perceptive studies of the Mustang landscape by the American painter Robert Powell, a frequent visitor to the region, and by drapes and banners referencing the colorful cloud curlicues of Thangka scrolls. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Feb. 2026 So is an untitled stack of rugged bricks with a chunk of concrete suspended from a metal curlicue. — Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 21 Feb. 2026
Verb
Outside, winding paths through gardens and woods lead to site-specific installations, like Eleven Minute Line, a land-art piece by Maya Lin that curlicues through a field of cows. — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2023 See All Example Sentences for curlicue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curlicue
  1. coil
  2. loop
  3. curl
  4. spiral
  5. swirl
  6. curve
  7. twist
  8. circle
Noun
  • When facing a major repair, especially one involving expensive components such as the compressor or evaporator coil, obtaining a second opinion can be worth the effort.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • The wraps will form a series of tight coils and cinch down around the main line.
    — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 30 July 2026
Definition of coil
Verb
  • In this way, users could loop one end around the frame, rear wheel, and an adjacent immovable object (such as a sign post), while looping the other end around the front wheel.
    — Ben Coxworth July 18, New Atlas, 18 July 2026
  • Bend your right knee toward your chest, then loop the resistance band around the sole of your foot, holding the ends in each hand.
    — Sarah Bence, Verywell Health, 7 July 2026
Definition of loop
Noun
  • Following her blonde era, Zendaya opted to chop off her locks and embrace her curls.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
  • Maye’s final period featured completions to Brown on a curl route in front of Gonzalez, Romeo Doubs running an out route and Brown again on a slant, this time in front of Charles Woods.
    — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 30 July 2026
Definition of curl
Verb
  • In the quiet that followed, Mark’s own drinking spiralled out of control.
    — Katie Whyatt, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • Things are spiraling out of control even before Spock’s former fiancée T’Pring (Gia Sandhu) shows up and La’An leaves Kirk to search for help.
    — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 30 July 2026
Definition of spiral
Noun
  • Dessert is a simple but satisfying vanilla or chocolate soft serve (or a swirl).
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • But before the swirl of attention, there was a frantic search for a teen known in the community as an outgoing, charming athlete with infectiously positive energy who loved making people smile.
    — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026
Definition of swirl
Verb
  • Concave center Some pillows have an inward-curving center that has wide side supports.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 31 July 2026
  • Tears traced the terrain of her face, curving around the high mountains of her cheekbones, pooling at her chin.
    — Reshma Kirpalani, NPR, 29 July 2026
Definition of curve
Noun
  • Offering a clever twist, the warm cake is poked with the handle of a wooden spoon, creating space for a vanilla-pineapple pudding to sink deep into the crumb.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The Free People One Frida Godet Midiskirt has those same ethereal qualities with a modern twist that feels wearable in everyday life.
    — Tessa Petak, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of twist
Verb
  • Just circled up with him and just checking on his well-being, and then the rest is kind of up to medical staff, doctors he’s seen.
    — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • The Wonsleys and Wells’ coach went out to Horn Island early that morning, circling the island by boat and walking on shore trying to find the teenager.
    — Lorena O’Neil, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2026
Definition of circle

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“Curlicue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curlicue. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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