whorls

plural of whorl

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Noun
  • These jeans are a flattering favorite in my closet; their stretchy denim blend stays comfy all day long, while accentuating my curves and smoothing over my tummy.
    Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 22 June 2026
  • And at some point those two curves are going to meet.
    Bob Woods, CNBC, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • To rinse the condenser coils, Traub likes to use a garden hose—never a pressure washer—from the inside out, going from top to bottom and side-to-side for the most effective clean.
    Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
  • Its arrival is announced by close-ups of barnacles, of rusty edges on ancient metal, of curious plant growth and moldy, tangled coils of black rope, as if its return was just part of a broader natural order.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • Doing hamstring curls boosts knee strength and lowers stress and injury risk.
    Jakob Roze, Health, 18 June 2026
  • Lightweight natural braids for hot weather For those who want their curls and coils up and out of the way this summer, consider natural mini braids or twists without extensions (also known as boneless braids).
    Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 18 June 2026
Noun
  • Despite the surge of trendy braids, old-school looks, like flat twists, boneless braids, and cornrows, also have a strong presence this summer, especially among those interested in length retention and damage repair.
    Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 18 June 2026
  • For all its twists, where the series is headed is never in doubt.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 18 June 2026
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“Whorls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whorls. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.

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