1. twists and turns the body in a violent or uncomfortable way, especially due to pain or distress
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘writhe’

Examples

• The patient writhes in pain on the hospital bed.
• The snake writhes across the hot pavement.
• She writhes uncomfortably in the tight dress.
• The injured animal writhes on the ground.
• He writhes with embarrassment when reminded of his mistake.
• The dancer writhes gracefully to the music.