as in rotation
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
the twirl of the dancer's skirt mesmerized me
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Kevin B. Blackistone, Washington Post, 22 June 2024
He's played by Gene Hackman, because of course he's played by Gene Hackman, a villain who's one mustache short of a twirl.
—and Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 21 June 2024
Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 19 July 2024
With the Yankees looking for a series split on Monday, Carlos Rodón twirled his first strong start in more than a month in a 9-1 win over the Rays.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 22 July 2024
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Noun
And then the ballerina’s twirl, his cap flying off, and the throw back to the infield.
—Kevin B. Blackistone, Washington Post, 22 June 2024
He's played by Gene Hackman, because of course he's played by Gene Hackman, a villain who's one mustache short of a twirl.
—and Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 21 June 2024
Verb
Using two strands instead of three, the hair is sectioned into precise partings and twirled together.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 19 July 2024
With the Yankees looking for a series split on Monday, Carlos Rodón twirled his first strong start in more than a month in a 9-1 win over the Rays.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 22 July 2024
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“Twirl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twirl. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.
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