Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for twiddles
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When the defense helps off the corners, Johnson will often be able to find Gordon or Braun for open looks there, or if the defense rotates up to cover those shooters, that should open up slot cuts for Jokic or Murray.—
Joel Rush,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025 -
The device rotates 360 degrees, also scanning vertically.—
Sean Emery,
Oc Register,
30 Aug. 2025
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The small-batch ice cream shop spins up scoops inspired by classic Filipino flavors, including as Ube Cookies & Cream, Jackfruit Chili Nut, and Keso Guava Cheesecake.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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Dullness is a general problem in Sacrifice, which spins its wheels in its middle stretch, killing time before its fiery finale.—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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Steven reacts like a startled cat when Belly tells him, then pivots to comfort and action.—
Sara Netzley,
EW.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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Surveillance video published last week by TMZ shows Kelsie lying on a bed and playing on her phone when Hood pivots from pacing to jumping on her and trying to choke her.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
20 Aug. 2025
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Not only are flights plentiful, affordable, and brief—the journey, wheels up to wheels down, is just shy of two hours—the Windy City has long been home to one of the country’s most vibrant and diverse restaurant scenes.—
Katie Chang,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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In a video posted to Instagram, the 47-year-old HGTV host wheels two carry-ons through an airport terminal.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Sound Of Music turns 60 this year – and Disney has happily opted to celebrate the occasion by remastering the film in 4K resolution and high dynamic range for a worldwide re-release at the cinema and on 4K Blu-ray disc.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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However, a third gang member shows up, and Peaches (as well as the couple) are shot to death in a burglary that quickly turns into a homicidal scene with multiple bodies.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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So what happens if a kid digs a hole in the 12-inch pile of wood chips underneath the playground in the outdoor area of my restaurant, and, an hour later, another child twists or even breaks an ankle?—
Carrie Lukas,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The road that ribbons through the foothills rises and twists like the tail of a cat.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Toward the end of autumn, Paul McCartney swings through the United Center for a pair of dates on his Got Back Tour.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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One lucky executive will soon take charge of the grandest park of them all when Disneyland swings open its doors on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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In selfie mode, the 43-year-old rolls her eyes in jest and tries her hardest to smile.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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From Anchorage, the Denali Star rolls through a couple of urban stops before entering the backcountry.—
The Editors,
Outside,
31 Aug. 2025
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“Twiddles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twiddles. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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