Meaning & use
twist
To bend, turn, or rotate something, often forming a spiral or distorted shape.
See it in a sentence
She twisted the wet towel tightly to wring out the extra water.
He twisted his ankle stepping awkwardly off the last stair.
A note on using this word
As a noun, a twist can also mean an unexpected turn in a story or situation.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
An unexpected change or turn of events, especially in a story or situation.
The novel's final twist surprised even readers who guessed the killer's identity.
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