Example Sentences

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He developed an uncanny ability to create his own shot under the most difficult of circumstances, manipulating defenses and contorting his way through the lane with ease.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Images of Vance have sprouted up on X contorting his face into that of, well, everything you can imagine.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2025

In recent years, women have posted videos of their faces contorting in pain during an IUD removal or insertion to demonstrate how painful they are.

From Salon • Nov. 25, 2024

His gift for contorting himself through the air and landing on the designated spot has made him one of the most sought-after stuntmen.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2024

He tried to set his expression into “bravery in the grip of terrible adversity” but it was difficult with the wind contorting his face as if he were in a free fall without a parachute.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith