whorls

Definition of whorlsnext
plural of whorl
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Noun
  • An adjustable tie waistband allows for a comfortable fit while the fabric hugs the curves of your hips and flares at mid-calf for a fun, spring-ready finish.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Dispatch curves determine which plants run when, whereas reserve scheduling ensures backup capacity is always available.
    Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • This structure surrounds the superconducting magnet at the center of the fusion machine, which also utilizes toroidal field coils, poloidal field coils, and correction coils.
    Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Leesa Sapira provides consistent pressure relief, but its strong coils still support your body, which is exactly what a hybrid mattress should be designed to do.
    Alora Bopray, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Jojoba seed oil and sunflower seed extract hydrate dry hair so curls stay bouncy and not crunchy.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Then there’s the Medium Conditioner, which features shea butter, castor oil, and panthenol to smooth the cuticle and lock in hydration, keeping curls soft and defined.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The podcast helped keep Eternally Yours alive through the various twists and turns that included an animation incarnation.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 1 May 2026
  • But life is full of plot twists!
    Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 1 May 2026
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“Whorls.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whorls. Accessed 2 May. 2026.

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