swaps 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of swap
as in exchanges
to give up (something) and take something else in return we swapped our other lawn mower for our neighbors' old snowblower

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swaps

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noun

plural of swap

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Recent Examples of swaps
Verb
The company is also releasing a suite of apps, including a tool for relighting and one that swaps characters or outfits. Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 17 Sep. 2026 The Crispy Morning swaps the usual English muffin for a scallion pancake — an ingredient Hart grew up eating. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026 Take San Jose, California, mother of four Alyssa Munoz, who swaps the local park for a different kind of playground on Sunday mornings. Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026 Her red carpet appearances, meanwhile, have reminded us of the transformation that happens when Johnson swaps jeans for a (usually Valentino) gown. Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2026 The conference swaps out Texas State for Louisiana Tech this year. Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 The closest mainstream offering is Honda's Rebel 1100 DCT, which starts at around US$10,400 – and even that swaps the traditional V-twin for a parallel-twin engine. New Atlas, 9 Aug. 2026 When day turns to night and the city swaps coffee cups for cocktail glasses, sample some of the country’s best mixed drinks, wines and, of course, whisky. Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Agurto is one of 25 veterans who, over the past two years, have turned to a program that swaps a therapist’s couch for a racing simulator. Laurie Mermet, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
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Regularly, Facebook and Reddit posts advertise reservation swaps for those whose plans have changed. Kansas City Star, 17 Sep. 2026 Economists are also keeping a close eye on the credit conditions of the hyperscalers in light of the Wednesday warning on credit default swaps from Apollo. Tobias Burns, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026 Best Early Amazon Prime Day Fashion Deals With the seasons changing rapidly, your wardrobe might need a few cooler-weather swaps, like the Anrabess Long-Sleeve Top or the fan-favorite Sampeel Babydoll Sweater Dress. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2026 The Cavs eventually flipped Sexton, Markkanen, Ochai Agbaji, three firsts and two pick swaps for Mitchell. Shakeia Taylor, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026 Deepfake candidates already clear live interviews, using voice cloning and real-time face swaps that fool experienced recruiters. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026 Families of 9/11 victims still press for a definitive trial and favor the death penalty, fearing future prisoner swaps if Mohammed is spared execution yet remains imprisoned indefinitely. Larry Neumeister, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Ingredient swaps and healthier toppings can transform pancakes into a balanced morning option. Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Sep. 2026 The Joico HydraSplash Hydrating Shampoo swaps the usual suspects for keratin (a protective protein) and natural hydrators like coconut water and sea kelp to replenish dry hair while thoroughly cleansing it. Madison San Miguel, Allure, 5 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swaps
Verb
  • Consistency turns individual relationships into a community that exchanges honest advice, surfaces opportunities and helps its members navigate growth.
    C200, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Thomas regularly exchanges texts and Instagram messages with Alex’s mother, Leah, in Perth, while enjoying the company of his father, Damien, a former Australian rules football player, when the Condons travel stateside.
    Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2026
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  • Hurricanes quarterback Darian Mensah stays in town, trades uniforms, and transmogrifies into the Dolphins franchise QB and savior in 2027.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
  • This toaster trades your MacKenzie-Childs classic black-and-white check print for a bold red-and-white pattern in the brand’s signature brushstroke style.
    Sarah Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Sep. 2026
Verb
  • This approach substitutes information for sensation, and reduces both human and supra-human experiences to the level of data.
    Robert Rubsam, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026
  • So Tuchel, who always substitutes his wingers after roughly an hour, decided to withdraw Gordon and bring on an extra defender, Ezri Konsa.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Verb
  • Intuiting chaos, Aesha immediately changes into her wets to help.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • When a full-body scan might make sense The calculation changes for people with symptoms or specific high-risk factors, such as a strong family history of certain cancers.
    Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026

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“Swaps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swaps. Accessed 23 Sep. 2026.

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