in/into the swim (of things)

phrase

informal
: involved in an activity or informed about a situation
She likes to be in the swim of things.
When he gets into the swim of things, he'll be much happier.

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The event is open to all ages, but anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times in the swim area. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 12 Aug. 2025 Sheer ready-to-wear continues to have significant momentum in the swim and resortwear spaces — perfect for end-of-summer European holidays. Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 9 Aug. 2025 Additionally, and glass containers are prohibited in the swim area. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 4 July 2025 The divers would start in the same spot in the swim area and then swim in different directions. Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 18 Feb. 2025 In 2015, there wasn't anything like Hunza in the swim category, in terms of positioning, ethos and product. Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024

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“In/into the swim (of things).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%2Finto%20the%20swim%20%28of%20things%29. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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