
Contort
Physical Distortion
Used to describe actions that change the normal shape of something in an extreme way.

He contorted the wire into a loop.
Human Flexibility
Often relates to people showing physical flexibility or discomfort.

The gymnast contorted her body impressively.
Negative Connotations
Implies a sense of discomfort or unnatural bending, usually not positive.

In agony, he contorted on the ground.
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