twist
Translation
to twist, to sprain, to distort, to turn
Examples
Twist the lid to open the jar.
Twist the lid to open the jar.
She twisted her ankle while running.
She twisted her ankle while running.
He twisted the facts to support his argument.
He twisted the facts to support his argument.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to turn sth. using your hands Twist the lid to open the jar.
((one's body part)) to injure a part of your body by turning it too sharply She twisted her ankle while running.
((sth.)) to change the meaning of sth. to mislead people He twisted the facts to support his argument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: turn, spin, wring, contort; Antonyms: straighten, untwist
Etymology
From Old English 'twist' meaning 'rope', related to the idea of twisting two strands together.
Memory Tips
Think of doing 'the twist' dance, which involves twisting your body. Also used for a 'plot twist' in a story.