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adjective

Definition of windingnext
1
as in twisting
marked by a long series of irregular curves a long and winding path through the woods

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2
as in spiral
turning around an axis like the thread of a screw a winding staircase leads to the top of the lighthouse

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winding

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noun

as in loop

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winding

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verb

present participle of wind
1
as in coiling
to follow a circular or spiral course flowering vines wind around the porch's graceful columns

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2
as in infiltrating
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way self-interest winds itself into everything that he does—even his alleged favors for other people

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Recent Examples of winding
Adjective
For such a long and winding season, the last game was also a surprisingly neat bow. — Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 Vast stretches of suburban concrete block its natural drainage, and thousands of homes have been built along its winding, sluggish tributaries. — Dominic Boyer, The Conversation, 14 Apr. 2026
Noun
Grabbing Plants Grabbing plants, such as Clematis and grape vines, use winding tendrils to grab onto a support structure. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 23 May 2026 Beyond material improvements, the company is refining manufacturing processes such as slurry coating, roll pressing, electrode cutting, tab welding, electrode winding, and vacuum electrolyte filling to improve battery consistency, mechanical strength, and cycle life. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Verb
Part of the footage was used for a stunning National Geographic-level music video for the winding opening track. — Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 9 July 2026 The report lays out the three biggest threats seen for the Snake River, but also relays optimism about the winding waterway’s future and posits next steps that should be taken to protect it. — Hannah Smith updated July 8, Idaho Statesman, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for winding
Recent Examples of Synonyms for winding
  1. curved
  2. spiral
  3. loop
  4. coiling
  5. infiltrating
  6. serpentine
  7. coil
  8. curling
Adjective
  • Samsung 49-inch Ultrawide Monitor Deal The Samsung ViewFinity S9 delivers panoramic productivity with a massive 49-inch 1,000R curved display, matching your natural field of view.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026
  • Slightly curved planks are strung together with a water-resistant rope to create a flexible form that’s easily draped over the edge of a bathtub when not in use.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2026
Definition of curved
Adjective
  • Greece’s financial crisis wiped out a quarter of the country’s economy, plunging it into a depression that saw poverty spiral and unemployment skyrocket to around 27%.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026
  • The spiral approach, on the other hand, repeats concepts over and over, starting with the basics and gradually adding new complexities each time for a deeper understanding.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026
Definition of spiral
Noun
  • Ask about restraint systems, since grooming loops and harnesses should secure the animal without causing stress or restricting breathing.
    — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 July 2026
  • Researchers also aim to integrate the sensing-actuation loop directly into soft robots, enabling instinctive responses, while using its rich force signals to improve perception and interaction in complex environments.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Definition of loop
Verb
  • Joe Kramm | Courtesy of Francis Interiors The gold background is a spread of bold graphic lines, undulating shapes and coiling circular motifs, referencing the work of French artist, sculptor and designer Jean Dunand (1877–1942).
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Receiving a ball punched out of Tunisia’s area, the Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder took one touch to knock it into space, before coiling his diminutive frame behind a fierce shot that fizzed and curled into the net.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 15 June 2026
Definition of coiling
Verb
  • In a video statement released shortly before the strikes, Al-Aqili warned against infiltrating Yemeni airspace with Iranian aircraft.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
  • Dee joins Rick Devens from Survivor 50, Big Brother 26 breakout Angela Murray, and RuPaul’s Drag Race star Jason De Puy/Salina EsTitties as previous reality competition TV veterans infiltrating the season 28 house.
    — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 11 July 2026
Definition of infiltrating
Adjective
  • Meandering through its narrow alleyways and along its serpentine canals is practically an attraction unto itself.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
  • Caruso’s five-star resort at Rosewood Miramar Beach includes a staircase similar to one of Williams’s and a pool with serpentine edges that’s inspired by the one Williams built for a Palm Springs resort.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 24 June 2026
Definition of serpentine
Noun
  • Suspension was double wishbones with coil-over dampers and an anti-roll bar up front; twin trailing arms with double wishbones at the rear.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 July 2026
  • Regularly clean the filter, drain pan, drain line, and coils to remove any mold or mildew.
    — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 10 July 2026
Definition of coil
Verb
  • Airflow heats the barrel, and dries the hair while curling it in a process that uses 40 percent less energy than hair-dryer and brush methods.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
  • The plant uses its curling tendrils to attach itself to fences and structures, even on smooth surfaces.
    — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 9 July 2026
Definition of curling

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“Winding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winding. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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