swan dive

Definition of swan divenext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swan dive
Noun
  • Oh, and crashed out of the Champions League courtesy of a 98th-minute header by a goalkeeper in a game taking place 1,200 miles away.
    Tom Williams, New York Times, 17 May 2026
  • Ronaldo, who joined the club in December 2022, came close to equalizing just before halftime but his close-range header from a Joao Felix cross sailed wide.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • Maybe that Great White shark out there did a big ol' belly flop?
    Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
  • To his credit, Johnson addressed the movie’s belly flop at the box office with candor and with maturity.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 12 Nov. 2025
Noun
  • Francis took some punishment from Navarro – a few shots from a baseball bat and a drop kick with a trash can.
    Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
  • Daniella Segura Click the link below for the USA TODAY Network's California June primary voter guide — registration deadline, ballot drop boxes, early voting, and how to track your ballot through Election Day.
    James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
Noun
  • James Ward During the debate, Republican Steve Hilton vowed to restart offshore oil drilling in California — a proposal that conflicts with decades of state policy shaped by major oil spills and strict coastal protections.
    James Ward, USA Today, 15 May 2026
  • The sturdy, durable case offers a water-resistant fabric, which is great for accidental coffee spills amid the airport security line.
    Sarah DiMuro, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • Xtratuf, Rocky’s brand of 100 percent waterproof and slip-resistant boots, is sold by West Marine.
    Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
  • Curbless showers, slip-resistant flooring, and lever handles reduce fall risks and improve accessibility.
    Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 19 May 2026
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“Swan dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swan%20dive. Accessed 24 May. 2026.

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