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

But the hourlong drive was a strain for Inez, and painful for Ken, who would writhe in agony during the commute.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 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

So each night, the Count’s discomforts, which made Westley writhe and twist, were really sort of all right.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman