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to writhe
01
to twist in pain
1.1
to twist and turn the body in response to mental distress or suffering
02
to make twisting or wriggling movements with one's body
03
to struggle and make turning and twisting movements in an attempt to break free
04
to contort or twist something into coil-like or folded shapes
05
to weave or interlace something into intricate patterns or shapes
writhe
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writhed
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writhed
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writhing
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writhing
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Example
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.
