to twist
01
vrida, böja
to bend an object into a particular shape, such as wire, cloth, etc.
Transitive: to twist a flexible object
Exempel
The artist skillfully twisted the metal wire to fashion an intricate jewelry pendant.
Konstnären skickligt vred metalltråden för att forma en intrikat smyckeshängare.
He twisted the rubber band into a loop to secure the bunch of papers.
Han vred gummibandet till en ögla för att säkra pappersbunten.
02
vricka, förvrida
to injure a joint, particularly one's ankle or wrist by turning it in an awkward way
Transitive: to twist a joint
Exempel
She twisted her ankle while hiking on the rocky terrain, making it difficult to continue the trail.
Hon vrickade fotleden när hon vandrade på den klippiga terrängen, vilket gjorde det svårt att fortsätta stigen.
Running down the stairs, she missed a step and twisted her ankle, wincing in pain.
När hon sprang nerför trappan missade hon ett steg och vrickade fotleden, grimaserande av smärta.
03
vrida, slingra
to contort or turn one's body in a sinuous or squirming manner, often with rapid or irregular movements
Transitive: to twist one's body parts
Exempel
The contortionist twisted her body into impossible shapes, leaving the audience in awe of her flexibility.
She twisted her hand out of the attacker's grasp and ran for help.
04
vrida, snurra
to rotate or turn one's body in a way that creates a misalignment between the upper and lower halves
Intransitive
Exempel
The salsa dancers twisted gracefully to the rhythm of the music.
Salsadansarna vred sig graciöst till musikens rytm.
During the yoga class, we twisted to improve our flexibility.
Under yogalektionen vred vi oss för att förbättra vår flexibilitet.
05
vrida, slingra
to move or turn in a spiral or curved shape
Intransitive
Exempel
The tree 's branches twisted in the wind.
Trädets grenar vreds i vinden.
She twisted and turned in her sleep, unable to get comfortable.
Hon vred sig och vände sig i sömnen, oförmögen att bli bekväm.
06
förvränga, vrida
to manipulate or alter the interpretation of words or information in a way that changes their intended meaning
Transitive: to twist words or information
Exempel
The tabloid newspaper twisted the politician's words to create sensational headlines.
Kvällstidningen förvrängde politikerns ord för att skapa sensationella rubriker.
His opponents tried to twist his statements during the debate to portray him as indecisive and uninformed.
Hans motståndare försökte vrida hans uttalanden under debatten för att porträttera honom som obeslutsam och okunnig.
07
vrida, dansa twist
to perform a dance style characterized by rhythmic twisting movements of the hips and body
Intransitive
Exempel
At the party, everyone hit the dance floor to twist to the classic tunes of Chuck Berry and Chubby Checker.
På festen gick alla ut på dansgolvet för att twista till Chuck Berrys och Chubby Checkers klassiska låtar.
The dance instructor taught the class how to properly twist.
Dansläraren lärde klassen hur man korrekt vrider.
08
slingra, kröka
to follow a path that curves, turns, or meanders
Intransitive
Exempel
The river twists through the valley, carving its way through the landscape with graceful bends and curves.
Floden slingrar sig genom dalen och skär sin väg genom landskapet med graciösa böjningar och kurvor.
The hiking trail twists and turns through the dense forest, offering scenic views at every bend.
Vandringsleden slingrar sig genom den täta skogen och erbjuder vackra utsikter vid varje krök.
Twist
01
the action of rotating or turning rapidly around an axis
Exempel
A twist of the key unlocked the door.
He added a twist to the rope to secure it.
02
kurva, sväng
a curved or spiral shape created by bending or turning something
Exempel
The twist in the road made it hard to drive fast.
Svängen i vägen gjorde det svårt att köra fort.
She tied the scarf with a stylish twist.
Hon knöt halsduken med en stilig vridning.
03
a clever or unexpected maneuver or turn of events
Exempel
He executed a twist in negotiations that benefited him.
There was a twist in the plan no one anticipated.
04
a particular interpretation or unusual perspective on a text, statement, or action
Exempel
His twist on the poem highlighted the author's political views.
The historian presented a twist on the battle that challenged previous accounts.
05
vändning, oväntad vändning
an unexpected turn in the course of events
Exempel
The novel 's plot contained a surprising twist that left readers stunned.
Romanens handling innehöll en överraskande vändning som lämnade läsarna chockade.
The movie 's twist ending completely changed the audience's perception of the main character.
Filmens oväntade slut förändrade helt publikens uppfattning om huvudkaraktären.
06
twisten, twistdansen
a lively dance known for its swiveling hip movements and twisting motions, often performed to rock and roll music
Exempel
The teenagers at the party enthusiastically danced the twist, grooving to the energetic beat and showcasing their moves on the dance floor.
Tonåringarna på festen dansade entusiastiskt twist, rörde sig till den energiska takten och visade upp sina rörelser på dansgolvet.
Learning the twist was a fun experience for the dance class, who eagerly embraced the iconic dance style and its rhythmic hip movements.
Att lära sig twisten var en rolig upplevelse för dansklassen, som ivrigt omfamnade den ikoniska dansstilen och dess rytmiska höftrörelser.
07
the motion of turning around in place
Exempel
The vine showed a natural twist around the pole.
He did a twist to reach the top shelf.
08
the act of winding or interweaving strands or materials
Exempel
The artisan showed a twist of the rope fibers.
A twist of wire secured the package.
09
a hairstyle formed by braiding or coiling the hair
Exempel
She wore her hair in elegant twists for the wedding.
The stylist created an elaborate twist for the wedding.
10
a small whirlpool or vortex formed when a fluid turns back on itself
Exempel
A twist formed at the river's bend.
The boat struggled in the water 's twist.
11
a sudden, jerky pull
Exempel
He felt a sharp twist in his wrist while lifting.
A twist of the knob adjusted the pressure.
12
a sharp bend or kink created when a line, rope, or cord is pulled tight
Exempel
A twist in the fishing line caused it to snap.
The kite string developed a twist in the wind.
13
a sudden strain or wrench on muscles or ligaments
Exempel
He suffered a painful twist in his ankle during the game.
The gymnast felt a twist in her wrist while performing.
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