This means to turn or bend something in a circle or spiral shape. We use it to talk about moving parts or objects by turning them.
Please twist the cap to open it.
He twisted the rope tightly.
This meaning is used when something unexpected happens in a story or event. It means the situation changes suddenly and surprises people.
The story has a big twist at the end.
There was a twist in the plan yesterday.
This is used for a small piece of fruit peel or other material that is twisted into a shape like a curl. It can add flavor or decoration.
I ate a twist of lemon in my tea.
She put a twist of orange on the cake.
This means to change a meaning or fact, often to make something different or interesting. It can be used for stories, rules, or ideas.
She twisted the story to make it funnier.
The company twisted the rules to help workers.
This meaning refers to a popular dance where the dancer twists their body and feet side to side. It was very popular in the 1960s.
They did the twist at the party.
I like to dance the twist.
This means a twisted candy made by twisting sugar strips together. It is a type of sweet often sold in shops.
I ate a twist from the candy shop.
She gave me a twist of sweets.
This means to hurt a part of the body by turning it too fast or in the wrong way. It often causes pain or injury.
He twisted his ankle playing football.
She twisted her wrist while running.
This meaning refers to a complicated or surprising plan, often in stories or real life. It is a tricky or clever idea that changes the outcome.
The movie’s twist was about the secret plan.
There is a twist in the crime story.
