Small swirl (4)

I believe the answer is:

eddy

(Other definitions for eddy that I've seen before include "making the rounds?" , "Vortex" , "Rapid circular current" , "Small circular movement of water" , "Little swirl in water" .)

I've seen this clue in the LA Times.

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