whirl

Example Sentences

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In Ada Louise Huxtable’s architecture writing, buildings whirl off their footings and built interiors entice us to dance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

They whirl, bounce, and collide within their confined space like loose change shaking violently in a machine, moving so quickly and unpredictably that standard scientific tools have struggled to track them.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

During a whirl of recent diplomatic engagements, Takaichi played K-pop on the drums with South Korea's president and snapped selfies with Italy's prime minister, casting herself as hard-working, relatable and a symbol of change.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Yes, it's pricey, she says, but she is still planning to "give it a whirl".

From BBC • Mar. 8, 2025

There are questions and questions that whirl around my mind like a tornado, and they slowly make their way up to my throat to form one deep, angry wail.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi