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twiddle
noun
verb
A series of small (usually idle) twists or turns
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ˈtwɪdəl
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noun
A series of small (usually idle) twists or turns
verb
Turn in a twisting or spinning motion
“The leaves swirled in the autumn wind”
verb
Manipulate, as in a nervous or unconscious manner
“He twiddled his thumbs while waiting for the interview”
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The leaves swirled in the autumn wind
He twiddled his thumbs while waiting for the interview
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