Pronunciation: /wɔrl/
noun a pattern of spirals or concentric circles
A1 She noticed a whorl of hair sticking up on the top of his head.
A2 The detective examined the fingerprint whorl left at the crime scene.
B1 The artist carefully painted the intricate whorls of a seashell.
B2 The scientist studied the whorls and patterns on the surface of the leaf.
C1 The expert analyzed the whorl formations in the rock to determine its age.
C2 The forensic analyst used advanced techniques to identify the unique whorl pattern on the suspect's thumbprint.
verb not applicable
A1 She whorled her fingers through his hair.
A2 The artist whorled the paint on the canvas to create a unique pattern.
B1 The dancer whorled gracefully across the stage, captivating the audience.
B2 The storm whorled through the town, leaving a path of destruction in its wake.
C1 The poet's words whorled around the reader's mind, leaving a lasting impact.
C2 The intricate design whorled across the fabric, showcasing the artisan's skill and precision.
adjective not applicable
A1 The seashell had a whorl pattern on its surface.
A2 She noticed the whorl design on the carpet as she walked into the room.
B1 The artist used a whorl technique to create a unique texture on the canvas.
B2 The detective examined the whorl fingerprint left at the crime scene.
C1 The scientist studied the genetic whorl patterns in the population to understand inheritance.
C2 The architect incorporated a whorl motif into the building's facade, adding a touch of elegance.
adverb not applicable
A1 The puppy's tail wagged in a whorl as it played with its toy.
A2 She tied her hair back in a whorl to keep it out of her face while cooking.
B1 The artist painted a beautiful whorl of colors in the sky during the sunset.
B2 The fingerprint on the glass had a distinct whorl pattern that the investigator could identify.
C1 The dancer moved gracefully, creating a whorl of motion on the stage.
C2 The storm clouds formed a whorl in the sky, signaling an impending downpour.
pronoun not applicable
A1 The whorl on his thumb is unique to him.
A2 She pointed to the whorl on the tree bark.
B1 The detective examined the whorl left behind at the crime scene.
B2 The artist captured the intricate details of the whorl in her painting.
C1 The scientist studied the whorl patterns to understand genetic variations.
C2 The archaeologist carefully preserved the ancient whorl found at the dig site.
preposition not applicable
A1 The cat curled up in a whorl of blankets.
A2 She found a seashell with a beautiful whorl pattern on the beach.
B1 The detective noticed a whorl of fingerprints on the windowpane.
B2 The artist painted intricate whorls and swirls on the canvas.
C1 The scientist studied the whorl patterns of galaxies in deep space.
C2 The expert analyzed the whorl of data to uncover hidden patterns.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I like to run my fingers over the whorl of a seashell.
A2 The detective noticed a whorl of fingerprints on the door handle.
B1 The artist used a whorl of colors to create a beautiful painting.
B2 The tornado left a whorl of destruction in its path.
C1 The scientist studied the whorl patterns on the seashells to determine their species.
C2 The forensic expert analyzed the whorl of fingerprints found at the crime scene.
interjection not applicable
A1 Whorl! What a beautiful pattern in the sand.
A2 Whorl! I can't believe how perfectly the shells are arranged.
B1 Whorl! Look at the intricate design on this leaf.
B2 Whorl! The fingerprints on the glass formed a unique pattern.
C1 Whorl! The swirls in the painting create a sense of movement.
C2 Whorl! The intricate details in the sculpture are truly mesmerizing.
article not applicable
A1 The whorl of the snail's shell was perfectly spiraled.
A2 She noticed a whorl of hair on the back of his head.
B1 The detective examined the fingerprint whorl for identification purposes.
B2 The artist used the natural whorls in the wood to create a beautiful design.
C1 The scientist studied the whorl patterns on the seashells to understand their growth.
C2 The archaeologist discovered a rare whorl pattern on the ancient pottery.
formal The forensic expert examined the fingerprint whorl for identification purposes.
informal I noticed a unique whorl pattern on the shell of the snail.
slang Check out the cool whorl design on this new phone case!
figurative The dancers moved in a whorl of colorful costumes during the performance.
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