whorls

noun

plural of whorl
as in spirals

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  1. curves
  2. coils
  3. curls
  4. twists
Noun
  • The resort's wave logo is incorporated throughout the hotel—in handrails, the curves of chairs, and wall sconces.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Soft lines and curves now coexist with angled shoulders and straight collars.
    — Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of curves
Noun
  • ComEd said the oil is used to insulate the electrical current in the transformer, which generates heat, and also helps protect the transformer's coils as the unit heats up.
    — Tara Molina, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The current instrument now uses standard spark plugs and ignition coils like those in car engines.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of coils
Noun
  • Just a few hours after dropping pics of herself with voluminous, body-licious curls, Khloé Kardashian decided to kick off August with a fresh hair cut—and introduced us all to her alter ego, Bob Kardashian, in the process.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The team identified 47 of these vortex-bearing interfaces in the telescope’s field of view and measured the spacing between adjacent curls.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of curls
Noun
  • Ritchson highlights the season's unpredictable plot, with major twists and antagonist reveals occurring earlier than expected, promising a compelling watch.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Adult party Jenga games These follow the same formats but with spicier twists on the game.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of twists
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