Contort and Lean

Contort

Contort verb - To twist (something) out of a natural or normal shape or condition.
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Synonyms for Contort

Lean and contort are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lean" instead a verb "Contort".

Nearby Words: contortion, contorting

Lean

Lean verb - To set or cause to be at an angle.

Contort and lean are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contort" instead a verb "Lean".

Nearby Words: leaning, leaned, leanness, leant
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