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adjective

Definition of curlingnext
as in curved
marked by a long series of irregular curves a curling labyrinth designed to discourage grave robbers from ever finding the inner burial chamber

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curling

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verb

present participle of curl
as in coiling
to follow a circular or spiral course an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir

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Recent Examples of curling
Adjective
Dyson’s 2018 debut, the Airwrap, was a hair tool like no other—curling, smoothing, drying, and detangling without direct heat. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 July 2026 Today brings preliminary matches for women’s ice hockey, qualification runs for men’s big-air snowboarding, and, of course, more curling, which is the only sport industrious enough to have events every day through the Olympics. — The Editors, Vulture, 5 Feb. 2026
Verb
This five-in-one gadget is for all your hair-curling and smoothing needs. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 July 2026 Or curling your wrists while doing biceps curls. — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 The curling rod is made from satin to reduce frizz, and the set also includes two satin scrunchies. — Jackie Cucco, Travel + Leisure, 27 June 2026 Another great attempt by Cabral, another curling effort on a free kick, forced a remarkable save from Martínez to keep holding on to the one-goal lead. — Jacob Lev, CNN Money, 3 July 2026 Multi-Styler and Chitosan Post-Style Serum Bundle From drying and smoothing to shaping and curling, this hair tool is the ultimate blowout machine. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 As part of the latest refurbishment, which was subject to numerous restrictions due to the buildings’ historical importance, the brand called back Foster’s team to raise the curling limestone and glass staircase by two floors, and connect it to both sides of the building. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 16 June 2026 Michael Olise — France/Bayern Munich (-1) Unfortunate to slip here after technically registering his third assist of the tournament for Mbappe’s screamer, and curling a delightful chip off the Iraq crossbar following some very slick French interplay. — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 24 June 2026 Antonio Nusa scored in the first half with a curling kick for Norway, which is in its fourth World Cup and will next play five-time champion Brazil in the round of 16 on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. — ABC News, 30 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curling
  1. curved
  2. coiling
  3. winding
  4. curving
  5. twisted
  6. serpentine
  7. curled
Adjective
  • Using original photographs, and input from the Pourtout archives, the restoration team reversed the ungainly Saoutchik body modifications, and the curved windshield and twin rear-window design returned.
    — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 3 July 2026
  • Flat composite panels transform into curved blades The new method uses 4D printing, which means materials can change shape after they are made.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
Definition of curved
Verb
  • Joe Kramm | Courtesy of Francis Interiors The gold background is a spread of bold graphic lines, undulating shapes and coiling circular motifs, referencing the work of French artist, sculptor and designer Jean Dunand (1877–1942).
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Receiving a ball punched out of Tunisia’s area, the Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder took one touch to knock it into space, before coiling his diminutive frame behind a fierce shot that fizzed and curled into the net.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 15 June 2026
Definition of coiling
Adjective
  • But what once looked like a potential breakout career in San Francisco has instead become a winding journey through multiple organizations, with the latest chapter ending after a short stay in the Dodgers' system.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
  • As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026
Definition of winding
Verb
  • His update on the C-cut began just below the chin, with extra lift at the roots and inward-curving lengths that narrowed toward the ends to create the illusion of a heart.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
  • Nusa scored a beautiful goal after curving a shot into the top right corner, just past the arms of Fofana to give Norway a 1-0 lead.
    — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 June 2026
Definition of curving
Adjective
  • Previously, there was about a 2-inch dropoff on either sideline behind the benches, which posed a risk of a twisted ankle if a player ran too far out of bounds.
    — Shaun Goodwin June 29, Idaho Statesman, 29 June 2026
  • Deep in the 531,148-acre Nantahala National Forest stands a towering and twisted hemlock that appears to be dead, but is very much alive on the inside with a colony of bats.
    — Mark Price June 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2026
Definition of twisted
Adjective
  • Caruso’s five-star resort at Rosewood Miramar Beach includes a staircase similar to one of Williams’s and a pool with serpentine edges that’s inspired by the one Williams built for a Palm Springs resort.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 24 June 2026
  • Have the belt system inspected soon because if the serpentine belt fails completely, important engine components may stop working and engine damage could occur.
    — John Paul Senior Manager Public Affairs And Traffic Safety Aaa Northeast, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
Definition of serpentine
Adjective
  • Look in curled leaves that often contain webs with the larva stages — often called worms.
    — Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026
  • Gaze at the curled little fists, the perfect nails.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 June 2026
Definition of curled

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“Curling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curling. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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