kinked 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of kinkednext
as in twisted

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kinked

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verb

past tense of kink
as in warped

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  1. twisted
  2. warped
  3. curled
  4. diverted
Adjective
  • This twisted peppermint candle has all the classic holiday scents rolled into one and is only available during the holidays, giving it more of an exclusive feel.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Add in the ability to beat a mean mug when needed, and this talented, twisted queen is ready to go all the way in the competition!
    Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of twisted
Adjective
  • This Hubble image features Arp 122, a galaxy that actually comprises two vast galaxies colliding with each other—NGC 6040, the tilted, warped spiral galaxy at left, and LEDA 59642, the round, face-on spiral galaxy at right.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The space reflects its years in warped wood floors, exposed silver radiators, and layer upon layer of paint.
    Camille Freestone, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of warped
Verb
  • Created by hairstylist George Northwood, the bridal look featured loose curled pieces framing her face.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
  • The baby was curled into a ball, looking eerily still.
    Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of curled
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  • The restructure diverted all of Patagonia’s earnings not reinvested in the business to the Holdfast Collective.
    Tripp Westbrook, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • It is hoped that the soccer media focus will not be too diverted as UEFA hopes that for the first time that the UEFA Women's Euro will attract global television viewership of over 500 million.
    Asif Burhan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of diverted
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