twist
verb (used with object)
to combine, as two or more strands or threads, by winding together; intertwine.
have been twisting
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present perfect progressiveof twist.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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That might have been twisting the knife too hard, and was easily misinterpreted.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
