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Writhe Definition & Meaning

writhe
verb
  1. to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace"

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Frequently asked questions

What does writhe mean?
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace"
What part of speech is writhe?
Writhe is a verb.

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