Contort and Strain

Contort

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

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

Nearby Words: contortion, contorting

Strain

Strain verb - To injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure.

Contort and strain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Contort" instead a verb "Strain".

Nearby Words: strained, straining, strainer

Common collocations

body contort body strain body
eyes contort eyes strain eyes
muscles contort muscles strain muscles
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