serpentine

adjective

ˈsər-pən-ˌtēn How to pronounce serpentine (audio)
Definition of serpentinenext
as in winding
marked by a long series of irregular curves the country inn lies at the end of a rather serpentine road, but it's worth the trip

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Recent Examples of serpentine The Comeback never got any nominations in the supporting categories, but Andrew Scott could pull some attention as the show’s serpentine tech-bro CEO. — Joe Reid, Vulture, 2 May 2026 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 Niobrara River Valentine, Nebraska If Nebraska doesn't conjure up images of serpentine Midwestern waterways, visit the Niobrara River midsummer and get back to us. — Kelsey Yandura, Midwest Living, 17 June 2026 Like a vibrantly hued snake darting down the narrow branch of a tree, the collective of high-performance automobiles rapidly navigates the narrow, serpentine artery along the Northeastern Italian coast, a quicksilver-like tracing of the border between Il Bel Paese and Slovenia. — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for serpentine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for serpentine
  1. winding
  2. curved
  3. twisted
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
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  • 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
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

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