as in disturbances
a state of noisy, confused activity
amidst the coil of the office renovations, we even managed to get some work done
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as in curls
to follow a circular or spiral course
a vine coiling around a pillar
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Recent Examples of coils
Lucinda Rosenfeld, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
How the technology works Dynamic induction charging works by embedding coils beneath the road surface that can energize a magnetic field.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Indeed, global features director and mattress reviewer Sam Cochran reported a similar experience when trying out the brand’s Lux Hybrid Mattress—which combines three layers of foam with a firm core support and contour-adapt coils.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Soft platinum coils are delivered into the aneurysm under X-ray guidance to promote clotting and block blood flow into the weakened vessel.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Hidden underneath or behind your fridge, the coils play a crucial role in keeping your appliance functioning properly.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2025
Toasting the big anniversary, 10 Magazine has released 18 covers and on one of them is British model Erin O’Connor, transformed into Neophitou-Apostolou with coils of black hair and an all-black uniform, which naturally includes Balenciaga, Giorgio Armani and Alaïa, a staple of her wardrobe.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
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As if lying there playing dead while gradient coils conjure an otherworldly racket that best mimics a mashup of jackhammers and Philip Glass were an admirable skill.
—Lucinda Rosenfeld, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
How the technology works Dynamic induction charging works by embedding coils beneath the road surface that can energize a magnetic field.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025
Indeed, global features director and mattress reviewer Sam Cochran reported a similar experience when trying out the brand’s Lux Hybrid Mattress—which combines three layers of foam with a firm core support and contour-adapt coils.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025
Soft platinum coils are delivered into the aneurysm under X-ray guidance to promote clotting and block blood flow into the weakened vessel.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2025
Hidden underneath or behind your fridge, the coils play a crucial role in keeping your appliance functioning properly.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2025
Toasting the big anniversary, 10 Magazine has released 18 covers and on one of them is British model Erin O’Connor, transformed into Neophitou-Apostolou with coils of black hair and an all-black uniform, which naturally includes Balenciaga, Giorgio Armani and Alaïa, a staple of her wardrobe.
—Hikmat Mohammed, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coils
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No disturbances are currently reported in the Central Pacific.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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There is a chance for drier weather later in the week, but the forecast remains uncertain as additional small weather disturbances could still bring rain.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
24 Oct. 2025
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Given the gale force NE'rly winds some minor soundside coastal flooding (up to 1-2 ft) may also occur starting with the Tue afternoon high tide cycle as well.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Oct. 2025
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In January, Zapata will open a flight center near Las Vegas, where dreamers can fly on a geofenced track that winds around the roughly 50-acre property.—
J. George Gorant,
Robb Report,
24 Oct. 2025
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The Rose Garden used to feature a green lawn flanked by elegant magnolias and rows of rosebushes, commissioned by the Kennedys.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
27 Oct. 2025
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All rows offer superior headroom and legroom.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
26 Oct. 2025
Noun
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These days, the Hall of Famers are swapping their rackets for paddles.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Until Monday, Proctor had been trying to muscle his way back into the rackets, appealing his firing to the Civil Service Commission.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
21 Oct. 2025
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Pfister Hotel — Wisconsin Built in 1893, Milwaukee’s Pfister Hotel has long been linked to flickering lights, strange noises and shadowy figures said to haunt its ornate halls.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
25 Oct. 2025
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Trump has often expressed verbal frustration with Putin, accusing him of making positive diplomatic noises before bombing Ukrainian civilians again, but until now had avoided taking direct action.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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In addition to preserving natural ecosystems and the sustainable fisheries that depend on them, reefs may help to protect coastlines from storms and floods, which will become ever more urgent as climate change and rising sea levels give rise to more dangerous storms.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Oct. 2025
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Vietnam is prone to often deadly storms and flooding that cause widespread property damage, especially during the storm season from June until October.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
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About two couples, connected and dependent on one another, raising their kids alongside each other, facing the same turmoils, the same existential questions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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