as in to fidget
to make jerky or restless movements
the baby wiggled in her sleep
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Recent Examples of wiggle
Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 June 2026
Femi tried to hit Lesnar with a Fall from Grace, but Lesnar wiggled out of it.
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Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
If a device frequently drops connection and can be fixed with a wiggle, there’s a good chance something is wearing out in the cable.
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Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Verb
And then a small bird would swoop through the frame, or a breeze would cause the dry brush to wiggle in unison as if dancing.
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Megan Spurrell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 June 2026
Femi tried to hit Lesnar with a Fall from Grace, but Lesnar wiggled out of it.
—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
How To Do The Wiggle Test The wiggle test requires no special skills or equipment and is so simple, anyone can do it.
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Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
If a device frequently drops connection and can be fixed with a wiggle, there’s a good chance something is wearing out in the cable.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wiggle
Verb
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In addition to having lofty themes, this is also a fairly rousing adventure with enough visual panache to keep any kid from fidgeting in his seat.
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A lot of those people have Victoria Baumann and Charlie Moreton to thank, the father-daughter duo behind Victoria Essie Studio that produces fidget toys and other knickknacks out of their homes in North Carolina.
Noun
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Despite the growth of bars, ready-to-drink shakes and high-protein foods, protein powder remains the dominant format in this category.
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In the lobby, there are grab-and-go health bowls in refrigerated vending machines, and the Refuel Bar has an impressive smoothie and shake menu.
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There is something cultish about that idea — the player who tends not to start but has the knack to appear later on with antennae twitching, ready to seize the day and alter the course of a match.
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Leon Stetson was allegedly twitching, so officers moved him away from Carrie Stetson and started to render medical aid.
Noun
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Before putting the jiggle in green Jell-O, Ariana Richards was already shaking things up as a child actress.
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Japanese-style cheesecakes, sometimes called soufflé cheesecakes, have risen in popularity in recent years thanks, in part, to social media, where their jiggle and airy texture have helped turn the pie into a viral treat.
Verb
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With the contact patch sliding and squirming, the brakes had less to work with—and the car took just enough extra distance to end in an impact.
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Unless your companion could use a hand or is traveling with young kids (in the latter case, if this person also happens to be your spouse or partner, really not cool to leave them with the stroller, diaper bag, squirming kids).
Noun
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The standalone super-flick starring Milly Alcock as the titular heroine didn't bomb, but its $38 million domestic and $68 million global takes (per Rentrak) fall short of both projections and pricey budgetary estimates.
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Perhaps one of these seven recently-in-theaters flicks — including a blockbuster sequel, a clever piece of folk horror, a controversial biopic, and the latest from a British film legend.
Verb
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Contreras was tossed immediately, while Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton, interim manager Chad Tracy and Washington pitcher Miles Mikolas were all sent to the showers early.
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Guardians rookie Cooper Ingle made a routine catch last night and tossed the ball into the stands.
Noun
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For instance, there are glazed pork belly chunks served on crispy tostones, tuna tataki with a jerk-spice rub, and a bright, citrusy conch salad.
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Learn how to cook lionfish ceviche, jerk chicken, and more with a group of like-minded people from all over the world, concluding with an alfresco feast—a true one-of-a-kind connection between strangers.
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“Wiggle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wiggle. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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