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whirl

whirl / whirl / whirl
Intransitive VerbTransitive VerbNoun
past: whirledpp: whirleding: whirling

This word evokes a sense of dizzying speed and centrifugal force. It is often used to describe natural phenomena like wind or water, where the motion is circular and powerful, creating a feeling of instability or disorientation. When used to describe a sequence of events, it shifts from a physical motion to a psychological state. It suggests a lack of control or a feeling of being swept away by a rapid succession of activities, often blending excitement with exhaustion.

Meanings

Intransitive Verbwhirl
[~][~ around]

To rotate or spin rapidly around a central point or axis.

"The dancers began to whirl around the room in a blur of color."

Transitive Verbwhirl
[~ something]

To cause something to spin or rotate rapidly.

"She whirled her umbrella around to shake off the rainwater."

Nounwhirl

A rapid spinning motion or a state of dizzying activity.

"The autumn leaves were caught in a sudden whirl of wind."

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