twirl

Example Sentences

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Bounce with your hands in front of you as if you’re driving a car down a rocky street, or put your hand above your head and try for an elegant, ballerina-inspired twirl.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

The post was accompanied by a short video of the 54-year-old singer showing how he would like fans to twirl the towels.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

He has requested a sold-out crowd to be in their seats ahead of kick-off to twirl the complimentary towels – a staple action for supporters in American sport.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

I half expected a Snidely Whiplash twirl of the mustache or a Bertram Oleander sidewise glance and sneer.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

Behind me, I felt Martin grab a few loose strands of my hair and begin to twirl them around his fingers.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken