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as in twistings
a forceful rotating or pulling motion for the purpose of dislodging something
with a forceful twist she loosened the bolt
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as in tricks
an odd or peculiar habit
my roommate has his little twists, and I have mine, so things should balance out
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as in distorts
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
my enemies will twist my words, but you'll only hear the truth out of me
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as in curls
to follow a circular or spiral course
the path gently twisted down the hill
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as in pulls
to move by or as if by a forceful rotation
kept twisting the cap until it came free
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as in squirms
to make jerky or restless movements
the dental patient twisted nervously in the chair
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as in weaves
to cause to twine about one another
has the habit of idly twisting the strands of her hair while daydreaming
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Recent Examples of twists
Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Peeps collaborations and twists Peeps remain a polarizing but perennial Easter staple, blending nostalgia with a growing lineup of modern collaborations.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Fan Fest 2026 brings back some familiar intellectual properties from the inaugural event with new twists added to the experiences.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
And new discoveries or twists in the case could pull her daughter away from her TV duties.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
Character names fade, plot twists dissolve, but the enjoyment of the moment remains.
—Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
The sixth episode of the show's 50th season is expected to have one of the biggest twists in the show's history, according to host Jeff Probst.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 1 Apr. 2026
On January 3, Bailey escaped the cold while on vacation, sharing a snapshot with her hair styled in twists, shimmery lips, and fluttery lashes.
—Akili King, Essence, 1 Apr. 2026
Both Allen and Raye challenge the listener to keep up with the plot twists, defying all the conventional wisdom about the audience’s attention span these days.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
As the investigation twists and intensifies, Izzy is forced to confront her own compulsions and the personal cost of her pursuit of justice.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026
The nectar base twists off smoothly for quick refills, and a metal hanger is included for simple setup.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
The law protects styles such as braids, locks, Afros and twists from discrimination.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Villain twists, though, unsettle the viewers.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2026
Fitting windows 24 to 36 inches, this rod easily twists into place and can hold up to seven pounds, meaning even heavier curtains will stay put.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Feb. 2026
Here, Missy Elliot gathers her mix of micro braids and twists into an intricate top knot half-up, half-down look with artistic edges to boot.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Colorado Rockies are rolling out a lineup of new food offerings ahead of Opening Day, featuring everything from oversized hot dogs to inventive twists on classic ballpark staples.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Peeps collaborations and twists Peeps remain a polarizing but perennial Easter staple, blending nostalgia with a growing lineup of modern collaborations.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Fan Fest 2026 brings back some familiar intellectual properties from the inaugural event with new twists added to the experiences.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
And new discoveries or twists in the case could pull her daughter away from her TV duties.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026
Character names fade, plot twists dissolve, but the enjoyment of the moment remains.
—Literary Hub, 2 Apr. 2026
The sixth episode of the show's 50th season is expected to have one of the biggest twists in the show's history, according to host Jeff Probst.
—Isa Almeida, Oklahoman, 1 Apr. 2026
On January 3, Bailey escaped the cold while on vacation, sharing a snapshot with her hair styled in twists, shimmery lips, and fluttery lashes.
—Akili King, Essence, 1 Apr. 2026
Both Allen and Raye challenge the listener to keep up with the plot twists, defying all the conventional wisdom about the audience’s attention span these days.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 27 Mar. 2026
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The show’s ending twists a wedding-day nightmare into something far stranger than a simple curse story — and the rules governing who lives and who dies are easy to miss.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 1 Apr. 2026
As the investigation twists and intensifies, Izzy is forced to confront her own compulsions and the personal cost of her pursuit of justice.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2026
The nectar base twists off smoothly for quick refills, and a metal hanger is included for simple setup.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026
The law protects styles such as braids, locks, Afros and twists from discrimination.
—Jamal Goss, CBS News, 5 Mar. 2026
Villain twists, though, unsettle the viewers.
—Megan Garber, The Atlantic, 27 Feb. 2026
Fitting windows 24 to 36 inches, this rod easily twists into place and can hold up to seven pounds, meaning even heavier curtains will stay put.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Feb. 2026
Here, Missy Elliot gathers her mix of micro braids and twists into an intricate top knot half-up, half-down look with artistic edges to boot.
—Audrey Noble, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
The savory girl favors briny, herbaceous, and umami-rich bites over sweet treats—think olives instead of cupcakes, flaky cheese twists over sugar cookies, and snack boards featuring marinated vegetables, nuts, and bold spreads.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for twists
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Small visual tricks are ubiquitous yet nothing here feels tacky.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Apr. 2026
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There are likely between 20,000 and 50,000 species of mycorrhizal fungi, each with its own tricks for tapping into different plants and harvesting nutrients using enzymes, acids, and water-mining structures.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
6 Apr. 2026
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The order distorts the constitutional amendment process by attempting to use executive power to circumvent the amendment requirements that would necessitate state approval.—
Carlos De Loera,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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That is to say that the way the current system is set up distorts the healthcare economy in ways that don’t allow for much price competition, with ever-rising insurance premiums as the result.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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August 23 – September 22 Persistent focus turns small tasks into big wins.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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By the afternoon, most of North Texas turns quieter, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.—
Michael Autovino,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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But then Vivian abruptly disappears without a trace, sending Taylor on a search for answers that pulls her into the Knox itself—as their new employee.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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But earlier versions required long and forceful trigger pulls and had never caught on.—
Simon Akam,
Vanity Fair,
2 Apr. 2026
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When Brian and Murtagh report that Dougal offended the Grants and Colum had to promise Ellen’s hand to appease the situation, Lord Lovat squirms.—
Lincee Ray Published,
EW.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Artist Lauren Halsey recently opened a large-scale sculpture park in South Los Angeles that similarly weaves together art, public space and community programming.—
Jane Horowitz,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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The 20-track LP serves as equal parts music and cinema in which Crockett weaves a tale of McLane as a cattle rustler on the run from the law who — eventually — gets his redemption.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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Scheduling tugs, fuel barges, crane operators, drayage trucks and drivers is complex indeed.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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The ship is moved in, slowly and carefully; tugs help, and so does the shipyard crew.—
Carl Nolte,
San Francisco Chronicle,
21 Mar. 2026
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The interface of the desktop website version includes key mission milestones and characteristics about the moon, including information about landing sites during the Apollo era.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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Hegseth exhibits those characteristics, and our soldiers finally have someone to follow.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Twists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/twists. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.
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