writhed

Example Sentences

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"It's all of ours first day," said a curator, re-assembling the artwork as it writhed.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Muncy writhed on the ground in obvious pain before being helped to the clubhouse.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2025

A trainer checked on Messi, who writhed in pain on the pitch, but he remained in the game.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

Gen Xers can relate, having writhed through that angst years ago before realizing how much better it is to resume not caring anymore.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2024

She carried something huge in her hands, something that writhed and twisted.

From "Norse Mythology" by Neil Gaiman