twirl
verb (used with object)
to cause to rotate rapidly; spin; revolve; whirl.
has been twirling
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present perfect progressiveof twirl (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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She has been twirling nonstop since she discovered the film.
From Salon ● Feb. 17, 2023
In most of their recent games, when Trout has stepped into the batter’s box, Ohtani has been twirling his bat in the on-deck circle.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2022
Still, there is more profound flavor in the wild-boar ragù that Mr. Waxman has been twirling chestnut fettuccine with lately.
From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2022
Take my hand' He lays down the empty pipe he has been twirling in his fingers, and obeys her.
From Despair's Last Journey by David Christie Murray
