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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
Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
Nature lovers will enjoy fishing, surfing, and swimming at Sebastian Inlet State Park and Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge is perfect for birdwatching and boating.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Alternate cardio options include using a stationary bike, a treadmill or a 500-yard swim test as quickly as possible.
—Luis Martinez, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
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Verb
With jammy, juicy cherries swimming in a salty, tangy sauce, all spooned over crispy-skilled chicken, the foundation is strong.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2025
Nature lovers will enjoy fishing, surfing, and swimming at Sebastian Inlet State Park and Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge is perfect for birdwatching and boating.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
Back on the swim platform, the side bulwarks fold outwards to create a larger exterior space.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025
Alternate cardio options include using a stationary bike, a treadmill or a 500-yard swim test as quickly as possible.
—Luis Martinez, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swim
Verb
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As the ball spun slowly toward shortstop Trea Turner, Teoscar Hernández broke toward the plate.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Will the ballerina spin into the arms of the handsome suitor?—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Wonder of the Seas returned to Miami in August to sail three and four-night cruises year-round, for example.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Many cruise lines sail from Florida to the Bahamas, but more offerings are in the works.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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Matisse dressed the part of a British gentleman and gazed at his conversation partners with a serenity that bordered on a trance.—
Christopher C. Gorham
September 29,
Literary Hub,
29 Sep. 2025
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Wendy slips into a trance state and begins to channel Lizzo.—
Allison P. Davis,
Vulture,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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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,
6 Oct. 2025
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Nonetheless, one of the members of his team tells me, Speed recently floated the idea of streaming nonstop for an entire year.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Much like Metamorphosis arrived in the early aughts’ sparkly daze, Duff’s musical comeback also comes at the right moment in time.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
22 Sep. 2025
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Amid the chaos of the shooting, a man walked through the banquet hall, stalking across the dance floor in a daze with a bloody wound, Homewood said.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN Money,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After the screening, video circulated online of the True Blood alum, wearing a white Magliano T-shirt with an image of a boot hovering over a man's outstretched tongue, hugging Pascal and kissing him on the cheek while the cast received a standing ovation at the screening.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
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Continuing jobless claims, which are submitted by people who have filed for at least a week or more of unemployment, have been hovering at around four-year highs, Department of Labor data shows.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 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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The mind could wander briefly about the Giants riding a two-game winning streak into a Thursday Night Football matchup with the Eagles, equipped to knock off their tormentors who suddenly look vulnerable.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Her nephew was learning to ride a bike.—
Catherine Lacey,
New Yorker,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Swim.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swim. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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