swan dive

Definition of swan divenext

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swan dive
Noun
  • Gonçalo Ramos’ goal just minutes earlier — a beautiful header into the back of the net in the 94th minute — was the decider in this 2-1 victory for Portugal.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
  • Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring in the first half before Pedro Porro extended the lead to 2-0 on a header.
    Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • On splashdown, the rocket tipped over and belly flopped into the sea as expected, broke apart and exploded as left over propellants ignited.
    William Harwood, CBS News, 22 May 2026
  • Maybe that Great White shark out there did a big ol' belly flop?
    Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The patriotic ball drop is scheduled to air at midnight ET on CNN as July 3 turns into July 4 in Times Square.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Tesla’s results – which came in above expectations – indicate the company may be recovering after two straight years of annual sales drops and the removal EV tax credits in the US, which has lowered the incentive for prospective American buyers.
    Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Noun
  • The teak build can withstand rainstorms and wine spills, while the acrylic cushions can be wiped clean.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026
  • Seal picnic drinks and snacks in mason jars to help prevent spills during the trip to your picnic destination.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026
Noun
  • Jessica Simpson opts for a comfortable travel outfit in a loose-fitting brown shirt over a black slip dress at LAX Airport in Los Angeles on June 27.
    Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
  • The job is not just knowing the product or having the right answer, but being the person someone calls when something breaks or a deadline slips.
    Jeremy Fain, Fortune, 1 July 2026
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“Swan dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swan%20dive. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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