whirls

[wɜːlz]

whirls Definition

• 1. to (cause to) turn around and around quickly
• 2. a fast circular movement

Using whirls: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "whirls" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The leaves were whirling in the wind.

• Example

  She whirled around to face him.

• Example

  The dancer whirled across the stage.

• Example

  The water went down the drain in a whirl.

• Example

  He was caught up in a whirl of emotions.

whirls Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for whirls

• spin
• rotate
• twirl
• swirl
• gyrate

Antonyms for whirls

• stillness
• immobility

Phrases with whirls

• take sb/sth for a whirl

  to take someone or something for a short ride or trial

  Example

  I took the new car for a whirl around the block.

• whirl of activity

  a situation where there is a lot of activity happening quickly

  Example

  The office was in a whirl of activity as they prepared for the big meeting.

• whirl of excitement

  a situation where there is a lot of excitement happening quickly

  Example

  The crowd was caught up in a whirl of excitement as the band took the stage.

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Summary: whirls in Brief

The verb 'whirls' [wɜːlz] means to spin or rotate quickly, while the noun refers to a fast circular movement. Examples include leaves whirling in the wind, a dancer whirling across the stage, and being caught up in a whirl of emotions. Phrases like 'take sb/sth for a whirl' and 'whirl of activity' denote short rides or situations with a lot of activity. 'Whirl of excitement' describes a situation with a lot of excitement happening quickly.