Whirl

usgb/wɜːrl/
verb

To spin or turn quickly in a circle.

The dancer whirled around the stage.
Visual representation of "whirl" - to spin or turn quickly in a circle

Often appears as...

  • whirl around
  • whirl quickly
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Visual representation of "whirl"
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Sudden Movement

Use 'whirl' to describe a swift, often unexpected, spinning action in physical or metaphorical sense.

Illustration for Sudden Movement
The leaves whirled in the wind.
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Intense Emotion

'Whirl' conveys a sense of intense feeling when someone turns quickly, usually out of excitement or confusion.

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She whirled towards him, face glowing with joy.
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Fast Pacing

In narratives, 'whirl' can indicate rapid progression of events or actions, creating a dynamic scene.

Illustration for Fast Pacing
The plot whirled to the climax, keeping readers on edge.
Visual representation of the word "Whirl"

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