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noun • a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) • a short twisting line | ||||
| 40% | 12 | Different types of these objects include barred spirals and flocculent spirals | ||
noun • a galaxy having a spiral structure; arms containing younger stars spiral out from old stars at the center | ||||
| 36% | 8 | A fancy twist or pigtail-like motif found in architecture, calligraphy, design, handwriting or scrollwork | ||
noun • a round shape formed by a series of concentric circles (as formed by leaves or flower petals) • a short twisting line | ||||
Fancy Spirals In Calligraphy
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CURLICUES which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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CURLICUES
Updated: November 18, 2025
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1 | A fancy twist or pigtail-like motif found in architecture, calligraphy, design, handwriting or scrollwork
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04 Dec 1976 | New York Times / 04 Dec 1976 |
4 | Different types of these objects include barred spirals and flocculent spirals | |
5 | Spirals
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29 Oct 1977 | New York Times / 29 Oct 1977 |
6 | Spirals out over the winter holidays?
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25 Jun 2021 | New York Times / 25 Jun 2021 |
7 | Their sizes can vary greatly, ranging from small dwarf spirals to massive supergiant spirals |
