Wriggle (Verb)
Meaning
To move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- The snake began to wriggle out of the old snake charmer's basket and slithered across the floor.
- As the sedative started to wear off, the patient started to wriggle and regain consciousness.
- The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's tight hug but was unable to escape.
- The worm wriggled its way back into the safety of the moist soil.
- The trapped animal started to wriggle and struggle against the restrains in an attempt to break free.