contort
verb (used with object)
to twist, bend, or draw out of shape; distort.
had contorted
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past perfectof contort.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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I was still filming, but was aware that my face had contorted into a look of horror.
From Salon ● Apr. 9, 2013
The trees grew very close together; and, what between scanty soil and the mountain winds, their large trunks had contorted themselves into manifold strange shapes.
From Corse de Leon, Volume I (of 2) or, The Brigand; a Romance by James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford)
Therese and Laurent rose from their chairs, terrified at this stroke, which had contorted the old mercer in less than five seconds.
From Theresa Raquin by Vizetelly, Ernest Alfred
The Wanderer looked up and a benign look came to take the place of the pain and horror which had contorted his features.
From Wanderer of Infinity by Vincent, Harl
