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Recent Examples of whorl
Over the years, Clarke would take out that ball and study the whorls of that print—a reminder of boyhood, back when his friend was simply Barry.
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Jeremy Collins, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
The clinical focus sits on direction and angulation so transplanted hair blends with natural whorls.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Its most striking feature is the unbroken whorl of white and brown bands that swirl from its center to its outer edges.
—Kimberley Lovato, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Aug. 2025
Lo, Posh and Becks emerged, into the primordial celebrity whorl of the ’90s.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2023
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Jeremy Collins, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2025
The clinical focus sits on direction and angulation so transplanted hair blends with natural whorls.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Its most striking feature is the unbroken whorl of white and brown bands that swirl from its center to its outer edges.
—Kimberley Lovato, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Aug. 2025
Lo, Posh and Becks emerged, into the primordial celebrity whorl of the ’90s.
—Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whorl
Noun
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On the North Shore, an oasis of high-end retailers suffered a downward occupancy spiral at Northbrook Court.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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So there is a crucial balance between cost-saving cuts and the creation of a death spiral.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Here are three fool-proof tips to stay ahead of the curve during the volatility to come.—
Solo Ceesay,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026
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In all seriousness, maybe Brian Kelly is just ahead of the curve on this one.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Here's how some of the fatal dangers of living in space would actually shuffle you off this mortal coil.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
8 May 2026
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Appliances, coils and range hoods The kitchen concentrates several of the most common fire hazard hotspots.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Local beers and thoughtful twists on classic cocktails like the Rum Fashioned.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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New twists in case Among their many requests, Jones’ legal team is asking the court to dismiss the murder charge.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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There are no costume changes, just a jersey-and-shorts combo that wouldn’t look out of place at a backyard barbecue and loose curls that Eilish styles each night herself.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
7 May 2026
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One of the major keys to popping curls is a healthy scalp, and this two-in-one cleanser and scrub keeps roots and follicles in prime condition so hair can flourish.—
Aimee Simeon,
Glamour,
7 May 2026
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“Whorl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whorl. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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