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contorted adj

Contorted means twisted into an unnatural or strained shape. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of contorted

  • twisted into an unnatural or strained shape

Usage examples of contorted

She slept in a contorted position on the airplane and woke with a stiff neck.

His face was contorted with pain after he twisted his ankle.

The tree’s branches were contorted by years of wind from the ocean.

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