French twist
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of French twist
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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What I didn’t expect, as a veteran financial journalist, was learning a new money hack that has a uniquely French twist.
From Slate ● Jan. 6, 2025
I was lost when the instructor called out the various positions — dancing bear, French twist, reverse kneeling crunch.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2024
"Our kaju katli macaron is a huge hit and this year I'm excited to incorporate the besan laddu on my menu - with a French twist of course!"
From BBC ● May 6, 2022
Located in a former horse stable, the aptly named Spoon and Stable adds a French twist to standard Midwestern flavors.
From Time ● Aug. 17, 2017
I picked it up into a French twist and looked at myself from different angles.
From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez
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