whorls

noun

plural of whorl
as in spirals

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  1. curves
  2. coils
  3. curls
  4. twists
Noun
  • These include vehicles stopped in curves, vehicles positioned across multiple lanes, and stationary vehicles sitting at unusual angles, such as those encountered near an earlier roadway incident.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The back seat was somewhat compromised in headroom and legroom (and torso room, thanks to a giant center console), but the car’s curves more than made up for its flaws—at least, from the driver’s seat.
    — Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of curves
Noun
  • Flat coils simplify construction The company’s Eos design uses 12 encircling coils alongside approximately 300 programmable shaping magnets.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Dusty coils can interfere with heat dissipation and may reduce refrigerator efficiency.
    — Brigitt Earley, Martha Stewart, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of coils
Noun
  • The 31-year-old actress straightened out her signature curls to create a layered blowout look with a side part.
    — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Brushed under and around her face, her cut features voluminous roots and loose curls that gave it a soft yet glamorous finish.
    — Casey Clark, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of curls
Noun
  • Still, for fans who spent years rooting for the couple, the wedding-that-almost-was remains one of the show’s most frustrating romantic twists.
    — Brian Galindo, Entertainment Weekly, 31 Oct. 2026
  • Place the sprouts in a large bowl and toss them with the olive oil, a generous pinch of salt and several twists of pepper.
    — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of twists
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