A theatrical trick or gesture, something staged for dramatic effect.
A sudden or unexpected event in a play, pulled off by the author, the director, or even an actor.
A powerful squeezing or twisting action.
To slide two ultraflat surfaces together such that their faces bond.
To bend or strain out of its position.
To squeeze or twist (something) tightly so that liquid is forced out. See also wring out.
To extract (a liquid) from something wet, especially cloth, by squeezing and twisting it.
To obtain (something from or out of someone or something) by force.
To draw (something from or out of someone); to generate (something) as a response.
To hold (something) tightly and press or twist.
To cause pain or distress to (someone / one's heart, soul, etc.).