1
to whirl;to eddy;to swirl;to curl (of smoke)
まぁ実際問題、そんな噂が渦巻く中でよく部活が存続してると思うぜ。
Well, for the practical problem, in the midst of those rumours flying around I'm surprised they've been able to keep that club running.
2
to whirl around (of feelings, thoughts, etc.);to swirl around;to surge
Other forms
うず巻く 【うずまく】 (search-only kanji form) · 渦まく 【うずまく】 (search-only kanji form)