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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
Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 30 July 2025
As Ottis swims to the ball to grab it, a large fish appears from under the water and tries to swallow it.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
The modern spa is a major plus, with its own full hammam and indoor and outdoor pools—though why not just take a swim in the lake, where the water’s disconcertingly clean?
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 28 July 2025
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Verb
With that, comes practice peeing while swimming in open water…not in the pool.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 30 July 2025
As Ottis swims to the ball to grab it, a large fish appears from under the water and tries to swallow it.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 July 2025
Noun
The water park also offers various cabana options for rent, perfect for those who plan to stay the day and want some time to cool off in the shade after a swim.
—Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 31 July 2025
The modern spa is a major plus, with its own full hammam and indoor and outdoor pools—though why not just take a swim in the lake, where the water’s disconcertingly clean?
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 28 July 2025
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Verb
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Eovaldi, a former Yankee, spun a gem in Texas, allowing just one hit while walking none and striking out six over eight scoreless innings and 98 pitches.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
6 Aug. 2025
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Parker spun a myth about his upbringing in West Virginia that endured for decades.—
Kim Willis,
USA Today,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Boaters can set out from the property and sail into Vineyard Harbor and the open waters beyond.—
Mary Forgione,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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But that ship had sailed, was sinking, and had the Heat’s season taking on water.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 July 2025
Noun
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It’s shaped by my love of the melancholic songwriting traditions of Europe from composers like Monteverdi and John Dowland, all the way to ’90s Eurodance and the uplifting trance of the 2000s—artists like Gigi D’Agostino and Alice Deejay.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
8 July 2025
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The Japanese slugger was introduced before each at-bat to loud roars that continued until a few seconds before the pitch, when the crowd went into a silent trance that’s normally reserved for events like Wimbledon or the Masters.—
David Brandt,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
Verb
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With no engine noise to break the silence, guests float quietly nearby or are anchored to a branch, while nature unfolds before them.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Today, plans are still floating around City Hall to revitalize St. James Park, including the addition of a Levitt Pavilion stage to host no fewer than 50 free events every year.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Their postseason odds that year were hovering around 20 percent at the time, and the team proceeded to lose the next seven games after the deadline en route to a 73-89 season.—
Sam Blum,
New York Times,
30 July 2025
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Today, Baker’s market cap is hovering near $45 billion.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
29 July 2025
Noun
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The cost of membership and customization Joining Aerie is not for the faint of wallet.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2025
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Enchanting the Club Silencio audience with a powerfully emotional performance, Del Rio’s character faints (or worse) and crumples to the stage floor as the song hits its crescendo.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
27 June 2025
Verb
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Strings is also riding high after joining Dead & Company in Golden Gate Park over the weekend for the band’s 60th anniversary shows in their San Francisco home town.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
5 Aug. 2025
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Across the country, kids and teens are increasingly riding light electric vehicles, or LEVs.—
Jesse Pines,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Redford, the host and producer of his weekly podcast, Vet Life, added heart disease and heart arrhythmias—where the heart beats too fast, too slow, or with an irregular rhythm—can also cause syncope.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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About 40% of adults will experience vasovagal syncope in their lifetime.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
8 June 2025
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“Swim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swim. Accessed 10 Aug. 2025.
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