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Distort (Verb)

Alter the shape of (something) by stress; "His body was deformed by leprosy".

Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..

Prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures can distort metal pipes, causing them to lose their original shape.
The plastic container was able to distort and then return to its original shape due to its elasticity.
The impact from the accident will distort the car's frame beyond repair, requiring a new vehicle.
Years of wearing high heels can distort the natural curve of a person's feet, leading to long-term pain.
Excessive heat can distort wood, causing it to warp and become misshapen.

Make false by mutilation or addition; as of a message or story.

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

The gossip had a tendency to distort the truth, often adding dramatic details for effect.
Her words were intentionally used to distort the facts and manipulate public opinion.
The politician's opponents accused him of trying to distort the meaning of his rival's statements.
They attempted to distort the story by omitting several key points that would have changed its meaning.
The journalist cautioned against allowing personal biases to distort a news report.