swans

Definition of swansnext
present tense third-person singular of swan

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for swans
Verb
  • The happy couple strolls around town to do normal couple activities (such as a romantic dinner date or appearing on the Kiss Cam at a sporting event), before Pringle Man is destroyed by rabid fans.
    Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026
  • From sunset yoga and a world-class spa to leisurely strolls under the live oaks and days spent by the pool, activities at the 20,000-acre resort are numerous—and relaxing.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Itineraries feature coastal jaunts to Venice and Portofino, ambles through Tuscan wine country, and journeys to the jewels of Sicily, including Palermo and Taormina.
    Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • But luckily for Lisa, Britani saunters over and launches into a complete play-by-play.
    Tom Smyth, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Veloso’s imagery is one that lingers long after the film credits have rolled.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 18 Feb. 2026
  • What lingers is that image of Powell in the beanie.
    Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026
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“Swans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swans. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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