spiral
Pronunciation: [ˈspaɪrəl]
Word
Context: “geometry”
(noun) A spiral is a shape that starts in the middle and winds around and around, getting further away each time. Think of it like stairs that go up in a circle.
Example
The garden had a beautiful spiral path that led to a fountain.
Example
The spiral in the drawing didn't look right; it was too straight.
Example
Can you draw a spiral shape for me?
Context: “movement”
(verb) To spiral means to move in a circular or twisting way, like a bird twisting as it flies or a roller coaster looping around.
Example
The hawk spiraled gracefully in the sky while searching for food.
Example
The balloon didn’t spiral down; it floated straight up.
Example
Did the roller coaster spiral around the track?
Context: “growth”
(verb) To spiral can also mean to increase quickly and in a confusing way, like if a problem or situation gets worse and worse very fast.
Example
The team's excitement began to spiral as they kept winning games.
Example
The project did not spiral out of control; it stayed on track and finished well.
Example
Can you see how quickly the situation might spiral if we don't act?
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