Wrench (Verb)
Meaning 1
Twist suddenly so as to sprain; "wrench one's ankle"; "The wrestler twisted his shoulder"; "the hikers sprained their ankles when they fell"; "I turned my ankle and couldn't walk for several days".
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Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
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Meaning 2
Make a sudden twisting motion.
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
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Meaning 3
Twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish; "Wring one's hand".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 4
Twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates; "wrench a window off its hinges"; "wrench oneself free from somebody's grip"; "a deep sigh was wrenched from his chest".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.