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curve around

VERB
loop
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bend curl curve twist
STRONG
arc arch bow braid coil compass connect crook encircle encompass fold gird girdle join knot ring roll surround turn
WEAK
begird tie together wind around
Antonyms
STRONGEST
straighten
STRONG
free leave let go
WEAK
line

Example Sentences

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But if the labor market falters in a way that raises expectations for weaker economic growth and softer inflation, this could flatten the curve around the time the Fed starts cutting rates.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

Zip through the backcountry of the Cascade Lakes region in a four-seater UTV, exploring dense forest as you curve around mountain trails with views of glaciers and alpine lakes.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 15, 2023

Humans have shorter, rounded ilia that flare out and curve around.

From Science Magazine • Aug. 16, 2022

But as we curve around the downtown L.A. skyline on our way to the ghost kitchen, he’s more circumspect.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2022

She scaled the steps swiftly, following the curve around to the upper landing.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer