Cerca
to writhe
01
contorcersi
to twist in pain
1.1
contorcersi
to twist and turn the body in response to mental distress or suffering
Esempio
The character in the play expressed her anguish by writhing on the floor, clutching her head.
The grieving widow collapsed to the ground, writhing in sorrow and clutching her chest.
02
contorcersi
to make twisting or wriggling movements with one's body
03
lottando per scappare
to struggle and make turning and twisting movements in an attempt to break free
04
contorcersi
to contort or twist something into coil-like or folded shapes
05
contorcersi
to weave or interlace something into intricate patterns or shapes
Esempio
The patient gripped the hospital bed sheets tightly as he writhed in agony, unable to find relief from the intense pain.
The athlete's injured ankle caused him to writhe in pain on the field, unable to put any weight on it.
The origami master effortlessly writhed the paper into an intricate swan.
He skillfully writhed the rope into a secure knot.
The worm writhed as it was pulled from the ground.
