Zoeken
to writhe
01
zich kronkelen
to twist in pain
1.1
zich kronkelen
to twist and turn the body in response to mental distress or suffering
Voorbeeld
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
zich kronkelen
to make twisting or wriggling movements with one's body
03
zich kronkelen
to struggle and make turning and twisting movements in an attempt to break free
04
zich kronkelen
to contort or twist something into coil-like or folded shapes
05
zich kronkelen
to weave or interlace something into intricate patterns or shapes
Voorbeeld
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.
