coiling

Example Sentences

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Such coiling action often resolves in an explosive move.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

She looked down and saw a large snake coiling around her left leg.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 20, 2024

The study suggests that the development of the coiling and grasping trunk in Platybelodon allowed this group to survive in greater numbers in their open environments.

From Science Daily • Nov. 28, 2023

The coiling composition grounded the visual building blocks and movement.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 21, 2023

A golden ray of light escaped her like a ribbon, like a snake coiling in the air before it lashed across Fedu's cheek.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray