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whirlpool

Pronunciation: [ˈwɜːrlˌpuːl]

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Learn how to use whirlpool in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “water phenomenon”

(noun) a whirlpool is a powerful kind of water or movement that pulls everything around into a circular motion. Think of it like a big spinning toilet bowl, where everything gets sucked into the center.

Example

The boat carefully navigated around the whirlpool to stay safe.

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There was no whirlpool in the calm lake; the water was still and peaceful.

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Can you see the whirlpool forming in the river?

Context: “emotional or mental state”

(noun) when someone talks about a whirlpool in emotions or thoughts, it means they feel confused or overwhelmed. Like when a lot is happening, and it's hard to think straight, like being caught in a whirlpool.

Example

She felt like she was in a whirlpool of ideas and couldn't decide what to do next.

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After a clear discussion, he was no longer in a whirlpool of confusion about his plans.

Example

Do you ever feel like your thoughts are caught in a whirlpool?

How to pronounce whirlpool

Pronunciation: [ˈwɜːrlˌpuːl]

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