twist
/twɪst/Definitions
1. noun
a sudden movement or change of direction, or a sudden and unexpected development or turn of events.
“The plot of the novel took a sudden twist, surprising the reader.”
2. verb
to turn or turn back something, such as a rope or a cord, into a spiral shape, or to turn or bend something, such as a person’s arm or leg, out of its normal position.
“She twisted the rope to tie a knot.”
3. verb
to change the direction or course of something, such as a plan or a decision.
“He twisted the manager’s decision by offering a compromise.”
4. noun
a turn or change in a musical phrase or melody.
“The musician added a twist to the song by playing it in a different key.”
5. noun
a type of dance move, especially a turn or a spin.
“The ballet dancer performed a beautiful twist during the performance.”
6. noun
a sudden and unexpected feeling or emotion.
“She felt a twist of sadness when she heard the news.”
7. noun
a type of pastry or dessert, especially one that is curled or twisted in shape.
“The bakery sold a variety of twists, including chocolate and vanilla flavors.”
8. verb
to make something seem more interesting or appealing by adding a new or unexpected element.
“The artist twisted the ordinary into something extraordinary with his unique style.”
9. noun
a sudden and unexpected change in the weather.
“The forecast predicted a twist in the weather, with a storm moving in quickly.”