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whirling
This term conveys a sense of rapid, circular motion that often implies a loss of stability or a feeling of disorientation. When used as an adjective, it describes a physical state of spinning or a psychological state of being overwhelmed by chaotic activity. It is more evocative than "spinning," which is more neutral and technical, whereas "whirling" suggests a more sweeping or dizzying effect.
As a noun, the word refers to the specific action of rotating. Because it functions as a gerund describing a process or a specific ritual act, it is typically treated as an uncountable noun. It does not refer to a discrete object but rather to the continuous state of motion.
Meanings
Examples
The whirling blades of the helicopter created a powerful downdraft.
The whirling blades of the helicopter created a powerful downdraft.
Stop whirling around like that or you will make yourself sick.
My mind is a whirling mess of anxiety and excitement right now.
The dervishes began their rhythmic whirling in the center of the room.
Look at those whirling autumn leaves dancing in the wind.
The whirling motion of the centrifuge separates the blood plasma from the cells.
Everything became a whirling blur of colors as the ride accelerated.
Everything became a whirling blur of colors as the ride accelerated.
The sorcerer summoned a whirling vortex of dark energy.