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as in crumpling
to create (as by crushing) an irregular mass of creases in
sitting down on the bedspread wrinkled it
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Recent Examples of wrinkling
The report noted wrinkling on Smith’s hands from water immersion, according to People.
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Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Many shower curtain liners can be washed in the washing machine with baking soda to bust through tough grime and mildew and a towel to keep the liner from wrinkling.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
These are more prone to wrinkling than other weaves, so plan to remove them promptly from the dryer after washing (or iron them) if wrinkles bother you.
—Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026
This bedding is the antithesis of scratchy, boasting a buttery feel and polished look with minimal wrinkling thanks to the sateen weave.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Dryer sheets soften and release wrinkles in fabrics that are prone to wrinkling, such as cotton and linen.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Nothing kills an outfit faster than a rigid denim waistband digging into your sides or linen trousers wrinkling at the first sign of sitting.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
Dokotoo Knit Turtleneck Sweater Chunky knits are typically more resistant to wrinkling, and this turtleneck is no exception.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Then there’s Vince Panaro, the main character of the season and weasel of all weasels, a man whose mere mention triggers noses wrinkling in distaste.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2025
Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 27 Feb. 2026
Many shower curtain liners can be washed in the washing machine with baking soda to bust through tough grime and mildew and a towel to keep the liner from wrinkling.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 19 Jan. 2026
These are more prone to wrinkling than other weaves, so plan to remove them promptly from the dryer after washing (or iron them) if wrinkles bother you.
—Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 8 Jan. 2026
This bedding is the antithesis of scratchy, boasting a buttery feel and polished look with minimal wrinkling thanks to the sateen weave.
—Nora Taylor, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2025
Dryer sheets soften and release wrinkles in fabrics that are prone to wrinkling, such as cotton and linen.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2025
Nothing kills an outfit faster than a rigid denim waistband digging into your sides or linen trousers wrinkling at the first sign of sitting.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025
Dokotoo Knit Turtleneck Sweater Chunky knits are typically more resistant to wrinkling, and this turtleneck is no exception.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 8 Oct. 2025
Then there’s Vince Panaro, the main character of the season and weasel of all weasels, a man whose mere mention triggers noses wrinkling in distaste.
—Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wrinkling
Verb
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The question is whether the world can take that long of a shock without crumpling beneath the weight of rising inflation and staggering growth.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
3 Mar. 2026
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The oar swung violently in its oarlock, knocking him into the river and crumpling the raft’s aluminum frame.—
Emilee Coblentz,
Outside,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The hydrating ingredients help prevent caking or creasing as the day wears on, creating natural, even coverage.—
Irene Richardson,
InStyle,
23 Feb. 2026
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In fact, one shopper even credits it with improving sagging corners around the mouth and forehead creasing.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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He could be seen scrunching his face in anticipation.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
27 Dec. 2025
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Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the ground and use your toes to grab and curl the towel toward you, scrunching it up several times before switching sides.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
26 Dec. 2025
Verb
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On Monday, a folding chair was positioned outside the front door of Diagne’s former residence.—
Peggy O'Hare,
Austin American Statesman,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Drive further ties into the Stakeout family by borrowing the Stakeout Spark's style of folding multi-plier chassis.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Wrinkling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wrinkling. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.
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