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swirl
[ swurl ]
verb (used without object)
- to move around or along with a whirling motion; whirl; eddy.
- to be dizzy or giddy, as the head.
Synonyms: ,
verb (used with object)
- to cause to whirl; twist.
noun
- a swirling movement; whirl; eddy.
- a twist, as of hair around the head or of trimming on a hat.
- any curving, twisting line, shape, or form.
- confusion; disorder.
swirl
/ ɜː /
verb
- to turn or cause to turn in a twisting spinning fashion
- intr to be dizzy; swim
my head was swirling
noun
- a whirling or spinning motion, esp in water
- a whorl; curl
- the act of swirling or stirring
- dizzy confusion
Derived Forms
- ˈɾԲ, adjective
- ˈɾ, adjective
- ˈɾԲly, adverb
Other 51Թ Forms
- ɾiԲ· adverb
- dzܳȴɾ verb (used with object)
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of swirl1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of swirl1
Example Sentences
The early songs that fans know by rote — “She Loves You” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” among others — came fast, in a mad swirl of ideas tied to a steady work ethic.
In late February, rumors that the federal government was planning a massive immigration enforcement sweep in Los Angeles County swirled.
Questions about former Vice President Kamala Harris’ plans have swirled since she lost her presidential bid — notably about whether the former California senator and attorney general will run for governor next year.
President Donald Trump has said a deal to sell TikTok will be made by 5 April, as questions swirl over whether the app will be banned in the United States.
Since then, rumours have swirled about behind-the-scenes drama at the house, with some members hinting at exploitation and mistreatment.
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