CURLYCUE Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

curlicue 1 of 2

noun

variants also curlycue

Definition of curlicue

as in coil

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verb

as in to loop

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straighten

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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

Noun

Her hair is almost exactly the same length throughout, but the top is slightly longer to accentuate her coils.

— Audrey Noble, InStyle, 2 July 2026
Auto also more effectively removes moisture from the air because once when the AC fan is shut off and it’s done cooling your space, the evaporator coil is able to drain instead of blowing back inside.

— Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 2 July 2026

Definition of coil

Verb

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
As a result, technical discovery and objection handling have often depended on the individual AE’s knowledge or their ability to loop in an SE after the fact.

— Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 30 June 2026

Definition of loop

Noun

Brittany Mahomes showed off a head full of romantic wavy curls created by Nashville stylist Brooke Barloe, who posted a photo on her Instagram.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026
Steam rises in slow curls from a shaping stand while local kids climb onto high-top chairs and a Coors Light is passed between old friends across the counter.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026

Definition of curl

Noun

Such a beautiful sculpture, mimicking the swirls found in nature (the cosmos, shells, Fibonacci-following topiary) felt a far cry from the swirl of emotions prompted by my favorite TV shows.

— Lara Johnson-Wheeler, Vogue, 3 July 2026
Serve it with a swirl of creme fraiche or sour cream for a light lunch or lovely first course.

— Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Definition of swirl

Verb

His update on the C-cut began just below the chin, with extra lift at the roots and inward-curving lengths that narrowed toward the ends to create the illusion of a heart.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
In the final minute of stoppage time to end the first half, Morocco's Achraf Hakimi curved his free kick right in front of the goal, seemingly just one perfect touch away from a goal.

— Andrew Greif, NBC news, 30 June 2026

Definition of curve

Noun

With granny shorts, these soft loafers create a relaxed put still put-together look that’s ideal for those who love a classic vibe with a trendy twist.

— René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 3 July 2026
And in a novel twist, there will be a ball drop in New York City’s Times Square at midnight to usher in the July Fourth holiday with much the same revelry that is typically reserved for New Year’s Eve.

— Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

Definition of twist

Verb

The evening of the shoot, there was frequent hum of tourist helicopters circling the island, and a few party boats blasting music, which threatened to put a damper on the plans.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026
Minutes later the pike was just under the surface, circling close to the boat.

— Jack G. Mell, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026

Definition of circle

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