Example Sentences
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Forty years ago in February, Jackson wriggled free of her father Joe Jackson’s stifling management with the release of “Control.”
From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026
James Justin wriggled free inside the Forest area and when his shot was saved by Ortega, he had the presence of mind to square the rebound to Okafor, who slotted home from 10 yards.
From Barron's • Feb. 6, 2026
She said she slipped his grip, wriggled free and got away.”
From Slate • Jun. 30, 2025
Back in 1899, the legendary escape artist wriggled his way out of a straitjacket while dangling upside down, 45 feet above 4th Street.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 24, 2023
Irela wriggled momentarily, then pointed to the boy in the picture and said, “Pay attention. His shirt is white.”
From "Lupita Mañana" by Patricia Beatty
