Difference between Twist and Flex

What is the difference between Twist and Flex?

Twist as a verb is to turn the ends of something, usually thread, rope etc., in opposite directions, often using force. while Flex as a verb is to bend something.

Twist

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To turn the ends of something, usually thread, rope etc., in opposite directions, often using force. To join together by twining one part around another. To turn a knob etc. To distort or change the truth or meaning of words when repeating. To form a twist (in any of the above noun meanings).

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A twisting force Anything twisted, or the act of twisting; the degree of stress or strain when twisted. A type of thread or cotton traditionally used for buttonholes. A sliver of lemon peel added to a cocktail, etc. A sudden bend (or short series of bends) in a road, path, etc. A distortion to the meaning of a word or passage. An unexpected turn in a story, tale, etc. A type of dance characterised by rotating one's hips. A rotation of the body when diving. A sprain, especially to the ankle.

Example sentence: Put your own twist to it. That's how you say relevant. Or things get old and boring.

Flex

Part of speech: noun

Definition: Flexibility, pliancy.The act of flexing.Any flexible insulated electrical wiring.A point of inflection.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To bend something.To repeatedly bend one of one's joints.To move part of the body using one's muscles.To tighten the muscles for display of size or strength.

We hope you now know whether to use Twist or Flex in your sentence.

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