Example Sentences

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I think because the case has twisted on forever and now seems tangled in intramural process matters, it’s hard to comprehend the enormity of what’s at stake here.

From Slate • Sep. 2, 2025

The dark side has twisted Osha, and she in turn has twisted a Jedi's weapon into a mockery of its original nature and purpose.

From Salon • Jul. 22, 2024

The latest in this sci-fi series follows a group of rebels as they face off against an authoritarian ruler who has twisted the peaceful teachings of a previous leader.

From New York Times • May 10, 2024

The film kicks into gear with the introduction of the winning Raka and escalates with Proximus Caesar’s swaggering entrance as a charismatic preacher who has twisted a messiah’s words into hate.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2024

With all the ins and outs, someone must have brushed against it, and the picture has twisted itself back around.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez