writhe

Example Sentences

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When athletes tear ACLs in other sports, crowds are used to watching them writhe on the ground in agony.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

The Colombian star put on a spectacular show that saw her dance with knives, writhe in a fake cave and play a fiery guitar solo during Objection Tango.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2023

Eichel didn’t think it was bad enough to writhe on the ice and wait for medical attention when he could skate off and begin the process of collecting himself.

From Washington Times • Jun. 6, 2023

It bent awkwardly in the collision, causing Mayza to writhe around in the dirt for a few seconds before walking off slowly while clutching his shoulder.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 6, 2022

All the darkened inlets and corridors that stretched into the carnival’s back alleys seemed to writhe and simmer.

From "Shadowshaper" by Daniel José Older