as in curved
marked by a long series of irregular curves
the curving shoreline on the island's south side is a beachcomber's paradise
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as in arching
to turn away from a straight line or course
after following a straight path most of the way down the mountain, the ski trail abruptly curves to the right
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as in bending
to cause to turn away from a straight line
curved the wood to make a bow
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Recent Examples of curving
Lynn Slaney Silguero, Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
An industrial landscape gives way to vast marshes spliced by curving waterways.
—Kara Newman, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Traditionally, the headboard is a backward-curving silhouette with a matching, curling footboard, ornate finials, and a regal height.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
But there remained a solid mound of ice, curving out across the road, like a bumper on one side of a pool table.
—Naaman Zhou, New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2026
The interior, however, reveals a serene retreat, where curving silhouettes, custom furnishings, and curated vintage pieces—all included in the sale—create an inviting, relaxed atmosphere.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
The ridges all lean the same way, slanting and curving in from the lower left of the frame, which ESA noted reflects the direction of the prevailing wind in this region.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 20 Jan. 2026
This results in plasma flows curving backward instead of expanding freely, and old plasma is pushed sideways, forming long, wispy tails.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 Jan. 2026
Large Arch, a soaring bronze curving monolith on Library Plaza, perfectly frames the First Christian Church across the street and invites visitors to walk beneath it.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
Verb
The entry opens to a dramatic foyer with a sweeping staircase with curving iron balusters.
—Lynn Slaney Silguero, Dallas Morning News, 7 Feb. 2026
An industrial landscape gives way to vast marshes spliced by curving waterways.
—Kara Newman, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
Traditionally, the headboard is a backward-curving silhouette with a matching, curling footboard, ornate finials, and a regal height.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
But there remained a solid mound of ice, curving out across the road, like a bumper on one side of a pool table.
—Naaman Zhou, New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2026
The interior, however, reveals a serene retreat, where curving silhouettes, custom furnishings, and curated vintage pieces—all included in the sale—create an inviting, relaxed atmosphere.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Feb. 2026
The ridges all lean the same way, slanting and curving in from the lower left of the frame, which ESA noted reflects the direction of the prevailing wind in this region.
—Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 20 Jan. 2026
This results in plasma flows curving backward instead of expanding freely, and old plasma is pushed sideways, forming long, wispy tails.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 Jan. 2026
Large Arch, a soaring bronze curving monolith on Library Plaza, perfectly frames the First Christian Church across the street and invites visitors to walk beneath it.
—Vivian Chung, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curving
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Hudsonian whimbrels, to be exact, shorebirds about the size of crows with long, thin, slightly curved beaks.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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We’re drawn to each design but really like the curved scallop edges and piped embellishments for an elegant bedscape.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
13 Feb. 2026
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Reaching 6 to 10 feet tall with arching branches, this tree's foliage becomes more intense with greater sun exposure.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2026
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Over the remainder of the half, the Broncos committed five turnovers and would have been down by even more at the break if not for a high-arching 3-pointer at the buzzer from Buchanan.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
31 Jan. 2026
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Although the legislation impacts renters and landlords across the city, the proposal was introduced after residents of the Serra Grove apartment complex complained their new landlord was bending substantial renovation rules to clear out longtime renters and re-list units at double the price.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2026
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Harvesting plants grown on trellises requires less bending and stretching and can be easier on your back.—
Lauren Landers,
The Spruce,
4 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Chicago capped a winding season of exclamation-point football with its wild-card comeback against the archrival Green Bay Packers.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
18 Jan. 2026
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Old Town Albuquerque With its narrow, winding streets and adobe architecture, Old Town Albuquerque oozes small-town charm.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Jan. 2026
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The closures are just one example of major changes sweeping through metro Atlanta's school districts.—
Monique John,
CBS News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Solodko recommends starting your twice-weekly mopping session by sweeping or vacuuming first.—
Heather Bien,
The Spruce,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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And, to no one's disappointment, seasons 2 and 3 followed suit, hooking fans even more.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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Also mentioned is an auto-hitch system to simplify hooking it up to the tow vehicle.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Maye bet on Boutte with this throw, a perfect rainbow arcing toward the end zone.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2026
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One second before, his fourth attempt from behind the 3-point arc had fallen flat, arcing hopefully upward before completely missing the front of the rim.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The film vaguely follows the basic outline of the first half of the novel, heavily streamlining the twisted tale of family strife and generational trauma into a more conventional tragic romance centered squarely on Catherine and Heathcliff.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2026
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Loft Twist Off-the-shoulder Sweater The beautiful twisted detailing at the neckline of this Loft top sets it apart from other off-the-shoulder styles—and it’s double discounted to just $18 in a full range of sizes.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Curving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curving. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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