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whirl

[hwurl, wurl] / ʰwɜrl, wɜrl /






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As a result, the fire whirl consumed oil more rapidly while producing significantly less pollution.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

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

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

An All Black pass went to ground and Henry Pollock, a whirl of peroxide energy, got his toe to the ball first and grubbered into space.

From BBC • Nov. 15, 2025

He ran toward the gate, only to whirl and run back again as he heard the upstairs door crash back against the wall and Gebu’s staggering footsteps sound in the passage.

From "The Golden Goblet" by Eloise Jarvis McGraw




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