
Kink
Physical objects
Used when objects have unexpected bends or curls, often caused by tangling or coiling.

I spent an hour trying to smooth out the kinks in my necklace chain.
Common with wires
Frequently happens with cords like phone chargers and hoses, impacting functionality.

The garden hose has a kink in it, and now the water pressure is low.
Compare with
BendCurveDeformityDeviateFlawLoopRegularTwist
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