Patterns In Nature

verb to move in a spiral or winding course

adjective having a spiral shape or pattern

• The company's expenses have been spiraling out of control.
• His emotions were spiraling as he tried to make sense of the situation.
• I can't believe how quickly things are spiraling out of hand.
• The dancer's movements were like a spiraling whirlwind on the stage.

adjective describing something that is marked with lines, bands, or other patterns that cross each other

• The reticulated pattern on the fabric was meticulously designed.
• I love the reticulated design on that shirt!
• That reticulated print is so cool!
• Her thoughts were like a reticulated maze, difficult to navigate.