Wrench and Wrenching

Wrench

Wrench noun - A forceful rotating or pulling motion for the purpose of dislodging something.
Usage example: with a sharp wrench of the hammer I pulled the nail from the board

Wrenching is a synonym for wrench. In some cases you can use "Wrenching" instead a noun "Wrench".

Nearby Words: wrenched, wrenching

Wrenching

Wrenching noun - A forceful rotating or pulling motion for the purpose of dislodging something.
Usage example: after a lot of wrenching and tugging, the plumber managed to pull the stubborn pipe free
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Synonyms for Wrenching

Wrench is a synonym for wrenching. You can use "Wrench" instead the word "Wrenching" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: wrench, wrenched
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