1
as in spinning
to be in a confused state as if from being twirled around
his head was swimming after he was given so much information on his first day at the new job
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as in sailing
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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Recent Examples of swimming
Avoid swimming in dense vegetation that may disguise an alligator, and only swim in daylight.
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Eva Flowe
june 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
However, marine biologists at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa recently captured videos revealing not one, but two goblin sharks swimming in their native habitats.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Outside of this modern cabin, there’s no shortage of adventures to explore, from swimming in the lake to hiking one of several nature trails close by.
—Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 11 June 2026
Her body was found a few miles away from where she was believed to have been swimming, per police, according to the Miami Herald.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
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Eva Flowe
june 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
However, marine biologists at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa recently captured videos revealing not one, but two goblin sharks swimming in their native habitats.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 11 June 2026
Outside of this modern cabin, there’s no shortage of adventures to explore, from swimming in the lake to hiking one of several nature trails close by.
—Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 11 June 2026
Her body was found a few miles away from where she was believed to have been swimming, per police, according to the Miami Herald.
—Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swimming
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But there’s never any intention of protecting somebody, or spinning it in a certain way.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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But everything started with Maradona spinning away from two England players just inside the Argentina half with a lovely piece of skill.—
Stuart James,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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During the low tide and full moon, most of the vessels don't go sailing.—
Nicole F. Roberts,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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As of June 10, the cheapest fare available on any cruise was $187 per person, based on double occupancy, for a three-day voyage to the line’s exclusive destination on Grand Bahama, Celebration Key, sailing round-trip from Miami aboard Carnival Conquest.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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Given that the average credit card APR is hovering above 21% right now, even modest balances can become expensive to carry over time.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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Photos from the incident showed dozens of rescuers hovering over the narrow hole, which was roughly five feet wide, while lowering a ladder down to the man.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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Plan a day trip floating along the river or utilize the many campsites for a multi-day journey.—
Kelsey Yandura,
Midwest Living,
17 June 2026
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One sixty-year-old from Fukushima was discovered two days later, ten miles out at sea, floating on a piece of the roof of his home.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
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On the basketball court, Miami Heat superstar Jimmy Butler has carved a 14-year career by gliding through space with the melodic flow of an orchestra.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
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Ice skating’s governing body is gliding into a presidential election Friday, free of the turmoil that just gripped its Olympic sibling skiing.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 June 2026
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This means there are never any strangers drifting past your breakfast table or competing for loungers.—
Arion McNicoll,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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Keeping his thoughts from drifting too much, even about Cuba, has propelled his career forward.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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“Swimming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swimming. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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