as in wheels
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
she slipped and, after an out-of-control reel, fell on her backside
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as in staggers
to move forward while swaying from side to side
got off the amusement park ride reeling and barely able to stand
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Recent Examples of reels
Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The stereoscopic viewing device with its 3-D image reels has been a staple Mattel toy for generations.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
In a world of wifi and streaming, give me the reels of film that have to be carefully placed and changed.
—Keith Sharon, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Nov. 2025
In somber reels that popped up in my feed, people shared their experiences with ectopic pregnancy, silent miscarriage, and stillbirths.
—Lindsay Lowe, Parents, 8 Nov. 2025
The experience of being bombarded with shoe-closet-makeover reels and deep-plane-facelift infomercials from Miami plastic surgeons is as normal there as breathing.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Nov. 2025
Write-ups, teasers, behind-the-scenes reels — anything to get people curious.
—Chris Cardillo, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Airtel and Perplexity followed this up with intensive campaigns on social media platforms, enlisting leading Indian influencers who posted reels promoting the use-cases for the free AI tool.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Most movie theaters show films using digital projectors, rather than physical film reels.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Christian Orozco, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
The mythology of entrepreneurship is everywhere, from TED Talks and Instagram reels to investor decks glowing with vision.
—Anuradha Gupta, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
As Wells Fargo reels from revelations that its mistake cost hundreds of people their homes, the bank is blaming the problem on faulty computer software.
—Deon Roberts, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2025
The trial starts at a time when the nation reels from another assassination, the one of conservative activist, Charlie Kirk.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
His comments come as South Korea reels from the raids – one of the largest by US immigration enforcement agencies in recent years, and which threatens to create a rift between two close partners that have long cooperated on military and economic matters.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
As for what a Glee reboot would look like, the mind reels.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
But while storms remain unpredictable, this year may see abnormally dry conditions persist into September, as the state still reels from a series of devastating wildfires last year that led to the death of a Wethersfield firefighter.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 17 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, desserts such as Hawaiian butter mochi and Indonesian cenil captivate a new generation of pastry chefs with TikToks and reels awash with jiggles, squishes, and bounces.
—Cathy Erway, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2025
Noun
For decades, studios teamed with View-Master with disc reels containing images from their TV shows and movies.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 11 Nov. 2025
The stereoscopic viewing device with its 3-D image reels has been a staple Mattel toy for generations.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 Nov. 2025
In a world of wifi and streaming, give me the reels of film that have to be carefully placed and changed.
—Keith Sharon, Nashville Tennessean, 9 Nov. 2025
In somber reels that popped up in my feed, people shared their experiences with ectopic pregnancy, silent miscarriage, and stillbirths.
—Lindsay Lowe, Parents, 8 Nov. 2025
The experience of being bombarded with shoe-closet-makeover reels and deep-plane-facelift infomercials from Miami plastic surgeons is as normal there as breathing.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 8 Nov. 2025
Write-ups, teasers, behind-the-scenes reels — anything to get people curious.
—Chris Cardillo, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Airtel and Perplexity followed this up with intensive campaigns on social media platforms, enlisting leading Indian influencers who posted reels promoting the use-cases for the free AI tool.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2025
Most movie theaters show films using digital projectors, rather than physical film reels.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 29 Oct. 2025
Verb
Jamaica reels after Hurricane Melissa slams into the island, severely damaging roads and hospitals.
—Christian Orozco, NBC news, 29 Oct. 2025
The mythology of entrepreneurship is everywhere, from TED Talks and Instagram reels to investor decks glowing with vision.
—Anuradha Gupta, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
As Wells Fargo reels from revelations that its mistake cost hundreds of people their homes, the bank is blaming the problem on faulty computer software.
—Deon Roberts, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2025
The trial starts at a time when the nation reels from another assassination, the one of conservative activist, Charlie Kirk.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Sep. 2025
His comments come as South Korea reels from the raids – one of the largest by US immigration enforcement agencies in recent years, and which threatens to create a rift between two close partners that have long cooperated on military and economic matters.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
As for what a Glee reboot would look like, the mind reels.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 22 Aug. 2025
But while storms remain unpredictable, this year may see abnormally dry conditions persist into September, as the state still reels from a series of devastating wildfires last year that led to the death of a Wethersfield firefighter.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 17 Aug. 2025
Meanwhile, desserts such as Hawaiian butter mochi and Indonesian cenil captivate a new generation of pastry chefs with TikToks and reels awash with jiggles, squishes, and bounces.
—Cathy Erway, Saveur, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reels
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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And the boy looked at this giant peppermint on the wheels and felt pride.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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For example, a key scene where Amélie’s nanny Nishio creates and spins two tops, as a metaphor for their powerful soulmate connection, came from a memory a color artist offered.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
7 Nov. 2025
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Washing machines are designed with balance in mind so the drum spins correctly during the wash and rinse cycles, cleaning and partially drying the contents.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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The logistical feat those intrepid women accomplished staggers the mind of any contemporary author.—
Adrian Miller,
Southern Living,
28 Oct. 2025
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For his part, Gonzalez staggers outside and falls to his knees.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Oilers enjoyed good special teams this month, partly due to using McDavid and Draisaitl as regulars in both rotations.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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The goal and focus of Brown's offense are to get everyone involved and force defenses to make more rotations and decisions, rather than keeping the offense predictable and easier to solve for defenders.—
Ricardo Sandoval,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But as the shutdown lurches through its fifth week, and legislators direct blame at each other, food pantries across the Kansas City area are left to grapple with the fallout.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
31 Oct. 2025
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Despite that notable change, watching One Battle After Another is much like the experience of reading Pynchon, who lurches from high comedy to stomach-turning naturalism and punctuates plot-heavy sequences with little grace notes of character portraiture.—
Paul A. Thompson,
Pitchfork,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Sushi is also on the menu alongside nigiri rolls.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Each basket could feed up to 10 people and included a turkey, a bag of potatoes, bread rolls, vegetables, sweets and side dishes.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Directed by Kewsong Lee Artistic Director Lear deBessonet (Once Upon a Mattress, Into the Woods), the musical weaves fictional narratives with real historical figures and events.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Gran Vilaya Trek weaves a tapestry of natural and cultural wonders, winding through more than 30 miles of ancient cloud forests and pre-Incan archaeological remains.—
Ally Jaksen,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Plus, the twirls on the cup are also inspired by the garlands and velvet ribbons that the coffee shops hang up for the holidays.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Her twirls and spins are more careful, as befits a septuagenarian, and each was cheered enthusiastically by a crowd urging her on.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Reels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reels. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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