Twist (verb)

1. To turn or rotate around an axis, especially by applying force.
2. To turn or distort something out of its natural or original shape.
3. To manipulate or deceive someone in a clever or cunning manner.

Origin:

From middle english twisten, from old english twīstian, from proto-germanic *twīstijaną ("to twist"), from proto-indo-european *dwei- ("to turn, twis.t")

Examples:

1. She twisted the doorknob and entered the room.
2. He twisted his ankle while playing basketball.
3. She twisted the truth to make herself look better.
4. He twisted the rope into a knot.
5. The magician twisted his wrist to reveal the hidden card.