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wriggled

Pronunciation: [ˈrɪɡəld]

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

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move your body in a twisting or turning way. Imagine a worm or a snake moving. When someone wriggles, they might be trying to get free or just having fun.

Example

The little boy wriggled on the floor as he played with his toys.

Example

She didn’t wriggle at all; she sat still and quiet.

Example

Did the puppy wriggle out of its collar?

Context: “discomfort”

(verb) to move in a restless or uncomfortable way. Sometimes, when we're bored or itchy, we might wriggle to feel better.

Example

He wriggled in his chair because he was excited about the game.

Example

She didn't wriggle in her seat; she was focused on her work.

Example

Why did you wriggle so much during the long lesson?

How to pronounce wriggled

Pronunciation: [ˈrɪɡəld]

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