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as in to sail
to rest or move along the surface of a liquid or in the air
there appeared to be an oily film swimming on the water
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as in trance
a temporary state of unconsciousness
the merest glimpse of blood sends him into a swim
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Recent Examples of swim
Dan Hayes, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Don't swim against the current.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Forest walks, lazy lake days, midday swims, and evening bonfires are a part of your regular day.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Not wanting to run immediately after the season, Jenkins instead swam to get in his cardio work.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Don't swim against the current.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
Noun
And in September 2024, Kyle Brinker, 33, drowned during an annual swim test at the swimming pool at the Gladstone Community Center.
—Judy L. Thomas, Kansas City Star, 9 Sep. 2025
Forest walks, lazy lake days, midday swims, and evening bonfires are a part of your regular day.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swim
Verb
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Delivering an incredible 280 Air Watts of suction through its fifth generation Hyperdymium capable of spinning at 135,000rpm, the flagship model boasts a number of other supporting technologies such as laser dust detection, whole-machine HEPA filtration, and a 70-minute runtime.—
Alex Harrington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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Gaudí’s structure is a head-spinning mixture of morphing geometrical forms, many inspired by nature.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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In 2025, Thorne’s Netflix miniseries Adolescence became a global juggernaut, sailing to the top of streaming charts and sparking international conversation.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Sep. 2025
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Intriguing itineraries to places such as Asia and the South Pacific, where Ritz-Carlton has not previously sailed.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Wendy slips into a trance state and begins to channel Lizzo.—
Allison P. Davis,
Vulture,
8 Sep. 2025
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John whistles an old tune, a fragile attempt to break her trance.—
JP Mangalindan,
Time,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This is not a wallowing cruiser that isolates the driver in a leather cocoon, floating along, not entirely sure where the front end is.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Another feature that’s worth highlighting is the 129 square-foot sleeping loft that can accommodate a bed, small nightstands, floating shelves, and even a houseplant or two.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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The 19-year-old pledge at Pennsylvania State University died in 2017 after twice falling down the stairs of the Beta Theta Pi house in a drunken daze.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
24 Aug. 2025
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When Lorenzo Charles plucked an air ball from the sky and slammed home a game-winning dunk, Valvano ran around the court in a daze, looking for someone to hug.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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Parents who hover too closely — always ready to smooth the path, to shield from discomfort — may unintentionally rob their children of the chance to develop resilience.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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No more hovering at the oven door.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This quiz is not for the faint of fandom.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
Space.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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If your loved one faints from hypoglycemia, give them a glucagon injection according to their healthcare provider’s instructions.—
Carrie Madormo,
Verywell Health,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Jeossy Wide-Calf Tall Riding Boots These faux leather riding boots have adjustable buckle straps, a chunky low heel, and stylish quilted design.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Once a coaster has been deemed safe, its designers ride it over and over to further finesse the experience.—
Bianca Bosker,
The Atlantic,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Swim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swim. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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