The cat managed to wriggle free from the dog's grasp.
wriggle out
Frequency:
60
%
He tried to wriggle out of taking responsibility for the mistake.
wriggle away
Frequency:
50
%
The fish managed to wriggle away from the hook.
wriggle room
Frequency:
45
%
She didn't leave him much wriggle room in negotiating the contract.
Idiomatic Expressions for wriggle
Phrase: wriggle room
Meaning: the ability to make small adjustments or changes in a situation to achieve a desired outcome
Usage: We need to leave some wriggle room in our budget in case unexpected expenses arise.