What is the meaning of writhing?

verb

  • To move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling. )
    • usage: "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace"

adjective

  • Moving in a twisting or snake-like or wormlike fashion.
    • usage: "wiggly worms"
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