whirling

/ˈwɜrlɪŋ/
verb
  1. To spin or turn around quickly.
    • Leaves whirled in the autumn wind before settling on the ground.
    • The dancer whirled across the stage in a bright red dress.
    • She whirled the lasso above her head and then threw it at the fence post.
  2. To move or travel rapidly in a circular or twisting path.
    • The tornado whirled through the small town, leaving a trail of damage.
    • He whirled around when he heard his name called from across the room.
    • The helicopter whirled overhead, stirring up dust from the field.
  3. To feel dizzy or confused, as if everything is spinning.
    • After the long roller coaster ride, my head was whirling with excitement.
    • Her thoughts whirled as she tried to make sense of the sudden news.
    • The room seemed to whirl around him after he stood up too quickly.
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noun
  1. A spinning or rotating movement.
    • The whirling of the ceiling fan created a gentle breeze in the room.
    • He watched the whirling of the ice skater as she performed a triple spin.
    • The whirling of the wheels on the train made a rhythmic sound on the tracks.
  2. A state of confusion or busy activity.
    • She felt caught in a whirling of appointments and deadlines at work.
    • The whirling of emotions after the argument left him exhausted.
    • The whirling of the city streets overwhelmed the young visitor from the countryside.
adjective
  1. Spinning or moving in a circular motion.
    • A whirling cloud of dust rose from the dirt road as the car sped by.
    • Children laughed as they watched the whirling merry-go-round.
    • The whirling blades of the fan cooled the hot room.
  2. Very fast or frantic in movement or activity.
    • The whirling pace of the kitchen during dinner service left the new chef breathless.
    • The whirling dance of the fireflies lit up the summer evening.
    • She led a whirling social life, attending parties and events every night.
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