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Swirl

usgb/swɜːrl/Volume
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Visual Imagery

Use 'swirl' to describe visual patterns that twist or spin, adding a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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The artist captured a beautiful swirl in her abstract painting.
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Decorative Movement

In food or drink, 'swirl' often refers to an intentional decorative touch.

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A swirl of syrup decorated the frothy milkshake.
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Sense of Motion

'Swirl' suggests movement even in static objects, by likening their shape to something dynamic.

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She wore a dress with a swirl pattern that seemed to move as she danced.
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