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to spiral
01
to move or extend in a continuous and widening circular pattern
Intransitive: to spiral | to spiral to a direction
Examples
The smoke has spiraled upward from the chimney into the night sky.
02
to induce or create a spiral shape or trajectory in movement
Transitive: to spiral sth
Examples
The tornado 's powerful winds began to spiral debris into the air, creating a dangerous whirlwind.
03
to increase in a rapid and uncontrollable way
Intransitive
Examples
The company 's expenses began to spiral after the unexpected economic downturn.
Spiral
01
(geometry) a curved shape or design that gradually winds around a center or axis
Examples
The staircase in the old mansion featured an elegant spiral that ascended to the upper floors.
02
a structure formed by winding continuously around a central axis
Examples
The staircase rose in a spiral to the top floor.
03
an ornamental curve on a flat surface that winds outward from a center
Examples
The column featured a carved spiral design.
04
a rapid, self-reinforcing change in economic conditions, often worsening or accelerating over time
Examples
The country experienced an inflation spiral that affected daily prices.
spiral
01
having a shape that winds around a central point or axis
Examples
The staircase featured a spiral design, allowing for a compact and visually striking ascent.
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