as in droops
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the days of endless worrying had taken their toll, and the old woman's face swagged with exhaustion
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swags
Verb
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The cream should hold a soft, semi-sturdy peak that gently droops at the tip without collapsing entirely.—
Gabi De la Rosa,
Southern Living,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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At the end of every successful criminal prosecution, one question hangs over the heads of offenders, victims and attorneys.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
3 Sep. 2025
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The impact of Google's decisions on the handset's battery life hangs over the device.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Secondhand treasures can easily add a touch of mystery to your holiday decor.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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Museum collections can become so vast and encompassing that eventually, the most interesting treasures are buried within their halls and boxes.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Run those through an AI platform, and compare what the tool flags with what your team or outside counsel might have missed.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Certified Highway Patrol troopers check immigration status through federal databases such as the National Crime Information Center, which flags deportation warrants and ICE detainers.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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They are also engaged in constant bickering over the spoils of illicit trade and corruption.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Before the match, a share of the spoils would have been welcome.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Keep it casual in sneakers, or wear it with suede ankle booties to the pumpkin patch.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Its light wash and frayed raw hem look reminds me of the pair the lifestyle guru wore, and the ankle-skimming length is great for showing off a cute pair of sneakers, booties, or slip-on sandals.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Swags.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swags. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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