Contort and Wring

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

Usage example: the acrobat is able to contort his body so that it almost looks like a pretzel

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Wring is a synonym for contort. In some cases you can use "Wring" instead a verb "Contort". popular alternative

Nearby Words: contortion, contorting

Wring verb - Twist and press out of shape.

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Contort is a synonym for wring. You can use "Contort" instead a verb "Wring". popular alternative

Nearby Words: wringing, wringer

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