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Round, weighted objects that are attached to a spindle stick, spindle whorls form a similar wheel-and-axle-like device to help the spindle rotate faster and longer, enabling it to efficiently gather up fibers such as wool or flax and spin them into yarn.
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Etgar Lefkovits, Sun Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2024
Due to this structure and composition, the authors of the new paper deduced that the stones were likely used as spindle whorls.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
At this point, resisting the urge to rotate, the superfluid suddenly spawns a single quantum vortex — a whorl of atoms surrounding a column of nothingness that extends to the bottom of the bucket.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
The fingerprint-like whorls of Daedalia Planum are on the list of unknowns.
—Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Etgar Lefkovits, Sun Sentinel, 14 Nov. 2024
Due to this structure and composition, the authors of the new paper deduced that the stones were likely used as spindle whorls.
—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 13 Nov. 2024
At this point, resisting the urge to rotate, the superfluid suddenly spawns a single quantum vortex — a whorl of atoms surrounding a column of nothingness that extends to the bottom of the bucket.
—Quanta Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
The fingerprint-like whorls of Daedalia Planum are on the list of unknowns.
—Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for whorl
Noun
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Baristas will be more vigilant about topping macchiatos with a caramel crosshatch pattern made up exactly of seven vertical lines and seven horizontal lines, finished with a spiral.—
Bloomberg,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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In this decaying, labyrinthine city, John and Laura meet a pair of weird sisters who claim to have seen their dead child, sending the couple into a spiral of hope, fear, and, finally, unspeakable horror.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
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But how can educational institutions stay ahead of the curve?—
Maja Zelihic,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Over the years, the star has consistently been ahead of the curve with her sculptural and futuristic red carpet looks.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The spheres swing, tapping against the metal and coils.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
14 Jan. 2025
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Pavlovich remembers her palms sweating, hot coils in her stomach.—
Lila Shapiro,
Vulture,
13 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Each hour ends with a new cliffhanger, but none are as effective as the premiere twist — and most are more frustrating than tantalizing.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Known for his Murano glass creations exploring century-old techniques with a contemporary twist, Parmeggiani developed two candles manufactured with the leftover wax of Venice’s churches and scented with a mix of oud, incense and geranium.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The actress styled her natural gray hair in voluminous curls and her makeup featured a smokey eye and hint of a pink lip.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
24 Jan. 2025
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Pattern Hydration Shampoo brings life back to dry, thirsty curls.—
Erin Parker,
Allure,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Whorl.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whorl. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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