twisting

Definition

  • noun: the use of misrepresentation or trickery to get someone to lapse a life insurance policy and buy another usually in another company
see also: twist

Examples

  • A little boy was 'twisting and turning' [=moving a lot] in the seat behind me.

  • There was a lot of political 'arm-twisting' before the Senate vote.

  • He was accused of 'twisting' [='distorting'] the facts.