twists

n an unforeseen development n an interpretation of a text or action n any clever maneuver n the act of rotating rapidly n a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments n a sharp bend in a line produced when a line having a loop is pulled tight n a circular segment of a curve n a miniature whirlpool or whirlwind resulting when the current of a fluid doubles back on itself n a jerky pulling movement n a hairdo formed by braiding or twisting the hair n social dancing in which couples vigorously twist their hips and arms in time to the music; was popular in the 1960s n the act of winding or twisting n turning or twisting around (in place) v to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling) v cause (a plastic object) to assume a crooked or angular form v turn in the opposite direction v form into a spiral shape v form into twists v extend in curves and turns v do the twist v twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates v practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive v twist suddenly so as to sprain