| 单词 | twist |
| 释义 | twist (twɪst ) Word forms: twists , twisting , twisted 1. verb If you twist something, you turn it to make a spiral shape, for example by turning the two ends of it in opposite directions. Her hands began to twist the handles of the bag she carried. [VERB noun] Twist the string carefully around the second stem with the other hand. [VERB noun adverb/preposition] She twisted her hair into a bun and pinned it at the back of her head. [VERB noun adverb/preposition] Synonyms: coil, curl, wind, plait 2. verb If you twist something, especially a part of your body, or if it twists, it moves into an unusual, uncomfortable, or bent position, for example because of being hit or pushed, or because you are upset. He twisted her arms behind her back and clipped a pair of handcuffs on her wrists. [VERB noun preposition] Sophia's face twisted in pain. [VERB] Her hands twisted in her lap. [VERB] The body was twisted, its legs at an awkward angle. [VERB-ed] The car was left a mess of twisted metal. [VERB-ed] Synonyms: distort, screw up, contort, mangle 3. verb If you twist part of your body such as your head or your shoulders, you turn that part while keeping the rest of your body still. She twisted her head sideways and looked towards the door. [VERB noun adverb] Susan twisted round in her seat until she could see Graham and Sabrina behind her. [VERB adverb/preposition] Holding your arms straight out in front of you, twist to the right and left. [VERB adverb/preposition] Synonyms: turn (round), rotate, swivel (round), pivot 4. verb If you twist a part of your body such as your ankle or wrist, you injure it by turning it too sharply, or in an unusual direction. He fell and twisted his ankle. [VERB noun] Rupert is out of today's session with a twisted knee. [VERB-ed] Synonyms: sprain, turn, rick, wrench 5. verb If you twist something, you turn it so that it moves around in a circular direction. She was staring down at her hands, twisting the ring on her finger. [VERB noun] She twisted the handle and opened the door. [VERB noun] Reaching up to a cupboard he takes out a jar and twists the lid off. [VERB noun with adverb] Twist is also a noun. The bag is resealed with a simple twist of the valve. [+ of] 6. verb If a road or river twists, it has a lot of sudden changes of direction in it. The roads twist round hairpin bends. [VERB preposition] The lane twists and turns between pleasant but unspectacular cottages. [VERB] Synonyms: wind, turn, bend, curve Twist is also a noun. The train maintains a constant speed through the twists and turns of track. [+ of] 7. verb If you say that someone has twisted something that you have said, you disapprove of them because they have repeated it in a way that changes its meaning, in order to harm you or benefit themselves. [disapproval] It's a shame the way that the media can twist your words and misrepresent you. [VERB noun] Even remarks that were quite innocent could be twisted to produce an unintended effect. [VERB noun] Synonyms: misrepresent, distort, misquote, alter 8. countable noun A twist in something is an unexpected and significant development. ...the twists and turns of economic policy. The battle of the sexes also took a new twist. The letter was the latest twist in the long-running fight. As so often happens, this little story has a twist in the tail. Synonyms: development, emphasis, variation, slant 9. countable noun A twist is the shape that something has when it has been twisted. ...bunches of violets in twists of paper. [+ of] A thin twist of smoke curled from the cottage's single chimney. 10. singular noun [the NOUN] The twist is a dance that was popular in the 1960's, in which you twist your body and move your hips in an energetic way. 11. twist of fate phrase If something happens by a twist of fate, it happens by chance, and it is strange, interesting, or unfortunate in some way. By a curious twist of fate, cricket was also my favourite sport. In a cruel twist of fate, Ann is also suffering from the disease. 12. See also twisted 13. to twist someone's arm phrase If you twist someone's arm, you persuade them to do something. [informal] She had twisted his arm to get him to invite her. 14. to get your knickers in a twist phrase If someone is getting their knickers in a twist about something, they are getting annoyed or upset about it without good reason. [British, humorous, informal] She didn't know why he was getting his knickers in a twist. 15. to twist the knife phrase If you twist the knife or if you turn the knife in someone's wound, you do or say something to make an unpleasant situation they are in even more unpleasant. Travis twisted the knife by laughing at her. It is the turn of Latvia to twist the knife. Idioms: twist someone around your little finger or wrap someone around your little finger to make someone do anything you want them to A child who is spoilt is able to wrap her parents around her little finger. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers twist the knife to deliberately do or say things which make a situation even worse for someone who is already upset or experiencing problems Jones then twisted the knife with another goal. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers get your knickers in a twist [British, informal] to become extremely upset or worried about something Let's not get our knickers in a twist until we see the outcome of those games. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers twist someone's arm to try hard to persuade someone to do something I didn't twist your arm to make you come. You wanted to because you sensed a story. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers round the twist [British] crazy This man's clearly round the twist. Easy Learning Idioms Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers Collocations: contemporary twist If traditional hanging baskets aren't your cup of tea, replace petunias with succulents for a contemporary twist. Times,Sunday Times The fixtures and fittings are luxurious, with a contemporary twist. Times, Sunday Times Two proposals give a contemporary twist to the time-honoured concept of the equestrian statue. Times, Sunday Times He generally manages to persuade his clients to opt for 'luxury with a contemporary twist' instead. Times, Sunday Times Expect satire, humour, music and melody but with a contemporary twist. ST Now it must be strained into a coupe, then garnished with a fresh twist of orange peel. Times, Sunday Times The gangster-driven story we have seen before, but the post-colonial urban decay - both in buildings and in people's souls - gives this movie a fresh twist. Times, Sunday Times It's far more than a slice of fruit and, given a fresh twist, the watermelon becomes a celebration. ST Just hang them from your fitting and get an instant fresh twist you can change according to mood. Times, Sunday Times The revelation adds a fresh twist of the macabre to an already bizarre tale. Times, Sunday Times Guests will love a traditional twist on karaoke. Times, Sunday Times Here's a yummy recipe - serve with homemade coleslaw, mash and gravy for a traditional twist. The Sun Love the sweets, but why do they pretend they are in traditional twists of paper when you actually need not tug but tear? Times, Sunday Times Halfway through, the case has taken a huge, unexpected twist. Times, Sunday Times Holiday plans take an unexpected twist, but go with them. The Sun It was an unexpected twist, which unfurls neatly and left me tearfully nostalgic with a huge grin on my face. The Sun A legacy trail takes an unexpected twist but you can stay on top, in tune and carry family members with you. The Sun There's also an unexpected twist at the end of the first episode which involves a pineapple, but we won't spoil it for you... The Sun Your dream date works in the financial world and wears clothes with a unique twist. The Sun Each day of this complex week brings its own unique twist or turn, so forget about sticking to plans. Times, Sunday Times Of course, each half added their own unique twist to the ever-so sophisticated style. The Sun In a unique twist, the traditional preliminary matches were fought after the main televised bouts. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 At first, they focused on tower rides, putting their own unique twist on the initial concept. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The rolled fillets add an unusual twist on presentation. Times, Sunday Times In an unusual twist, he will first seek the permission of his constituents to go for the job by holding a private referendum. Times, Sunday Times Artful, silly and confident comedy with an unusual twist. Times, Sunday Times He did, however, have dozens of friends — the unusual twist being that none existed outside his head. Times, Sunday Times In an unusual twist, he added that he was now negotiating with the owner to buy the house. ST Translations: Chinese: 扭曲 Japanese: ねじる |
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