The word "contortion" describes the act of twisting or distorting. It refers to unusual body movements or elaborate poses.
La palabra "contortion" describe el acto de retorcerse o distorsionarse. Se refiere a movimientos corporales inusuales o poses elaboradas.
| Word | contortion |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | N. |
| Definition | twisting; distortion. |
| Sentence | Watching the contortions of the gymnast as he twisted and heaved his body from one side to the other of the pommel horse, we were awed by his strength and flexibility. |
Tags: psat
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