as in basis
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
an unshakable belief in the essential goodness of humankind is the warp of his philosophy
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as in to distort
to change so much as to create a wrong impression or alter the meaning of
the faulty English translation really warps the meaning of the original Russian text
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as in to degrade
to lower in character, dignity, or quality
claims that violent movies warp the values of our young people
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as in to deform
to twist (something) out of a natural or normal shape or condition
freezing warped the plastic, and now the cover won't fit
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Recent Examples of warp
Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2025
These aluminum pans from Nordic Ware are our top pick for their efficient and even heat distribution, warp-resistant design, easy-to-clean nature, and unbeatable price point.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
Vinyl can also warp from heat or from its own weight when stacked flat in a box.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The low-lit, time-warp space — a Paul Thomas Anderson reverie of the bygone San Fernando Valley — has since 2022 developed an ardently in-the-know following for dishes like a Jewish take on poutine (crispy potatoes, wagyu brisket) and a Vietnamese riff on a burger (hoisin ketchup, cilantro).
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 13 Nov. 2025
These aluminum pans from Nordic Ware are our top pick for their efficient and even heat distribution, warp-resistant design, easy-to-clean nature, and unbeatable price point.
—Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Nov. 2025
Verb
Overheated appliances can also warp or become damaged.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
Vinyl can also warp from heat or from its own weight when stacked flat in a box.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for warp
Noun
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Wakeland will provide a case manager and activities coordinator, with services tailored to individual needs on a voluntary basis.—
Walker Armstrong,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Jan. 2026
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Infinity scarves were once so popular and stylistically versatile that both Joe Jonas and Rihanna wore them on a semi-regular basis.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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During cross-examination, the defense tried to cast doubt on the reliability of Flores’ testimony, suggesting that the trauma might have distorted her memories of the shooting.—
Peter Charalambous,
ABC News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The distorting design of the Senate and the Electoral College, the filibuster’s persistence, and centralized leadership have all contributed to legislative ossification.—
Duncan Hosie,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This structure can diffract light and degrade image quality.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Jan. 2026
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At 40, he was tasked with restoring order to a dysfunctional Philadelphia Eagles team whose culture degraded during a chaotic 2020 season.—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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American bases built inside the ice sheet, such as Camp Century, were quickly crushed as the encasing snow deformed.—
Paul Bierman,
Washington Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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Like stirring honey instead of water, deforming a thicker, more viscous interior requires more energy.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Dec. 2025
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The Little Rock School District's suspension of a career education partnership blindsided the Academies of Central Arkansas, according to the leader of the foundation behind the program.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Jan. 2026
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No matter where his work takes him, that foundation always feels like home.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Under federal law, companies can’t misrepresent warranty terms or obstruct claims.—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
9 Jan. 2026
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Following a misleading report on hospital finances, The Denver Post published an editorial that misrepresents UCHealth’s role in caring for Colorado patients and misstates key facts about our financial operations.—
Elizabeth B. Concordia,
Denver Post,
29 Dec. 2025
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The price of gold, long understood to be the investor’s refuge against a deteriorating dollar, is sounding an alarm.—
Bruce Yandle,
Twin Cities,
9 Jan. 2026
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When those conditions are absent, performance deteriorates quickly.—
Katerin Le Folcalvez,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
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Got screwed when the referee missed an obvious blow to the head that gave the Pats a field goal.—
Nick Canepa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Cameramen everywhere are getting screwed by Hudson Williams’s favorite pose, the double-bird.—
Vulture Editors,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Warp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warp. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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