1
as in deviates
to change one's course or direction
thinking that we were being followed, we abruptly swung to the left at the next intersection swing right at James St.
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2
as in turns
to change the course or direction of (something)
at the sound of gunfire, the cavalry officer swung his horse around and galloped rapidly back to the fort
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3
as in handles
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
a man who's able to swing two full-time jobs
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4
as in rotates
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
he swung the bat as hard as he could but he missed the ball don't let the wind swing that gate shut
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5
as in hangs
to place on an elevated point without support from below
beach towels swung up to dry on the lifeguard's high chair
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as in affords
to have enough money for
I don't think that we can swing that hefty a mortgage
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Recent Examples of swings
Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
With Venice the fall’s first awards season launchpad, eyes will be keenly trained on how the jury swings tonight.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
Toward the end of autumn, Paul McCartney swings through the United Center for a pair of dates on his Got Back Tour.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Year to year, too, the season swings wildly, soaking the desert one summer and barely dampening it the next.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2025
This makes the appendage more streamlined as the leg swings back forward, on its way to execute another stroke.
—New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2025
The front of the CX swings up and forward, similar to tipping a fedora hat.
—Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 23 Aug. 2025
The front of the CX swings up and forward similar to tipping a fedora hat.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Photojournalist Jeff Gritchen gives it a whirl before Martin swings in to finish up the job.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
Why Regeneration, Not Reinvention Whenever HR is critiqued, the pendulum swings toward reinvention.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
With Venice the fall’s first awards season launchpad, eyes will be keenly trained on how the jury swings tonight.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
Toward the end of autumn, Paul McCartney swings through the United Center for a pair of dates on his Got Back Tour.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Year to year, too, the season swings wildly, soaking the desert one summer and barely dampening it the next.
—Hayleigh Evans, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2025
This makes the appendage more streamlined as the leg swings back forward, on its way to execute another stroke.
—New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2025
The front of the CX swings up and forward, similar to tipping a fedora hat.
—Jackie Charniga, USA Today, 23 Aug. 2025
The front of the CX swings up and forward similar to tipping a fedora hat.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Photojournalist Jeff Gritchen gives it a whirl before Martin swings in to finish up the job.
—Teri Sforza, Oc Register, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swings
Verb
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The Uncut Gems star's ensemble deviates from his signature style, which typically includes oversize T-shirts, hoodies and shorts, as well as stylish sneakers.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The Act’s control over owners and clubs also deviates substantially from American practices and is chilling to investment.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The decision turns less on predicting the next Fed meeting and more on projecting a company’s earning power far into the future.—
Robert Daugherty,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Maria is a wonderfully textured character, at turns flinty and cold and vivacious and funny, and Maura is adept at embodying all sides to this woman.—
Wilson Chapman,
IndieWire,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Canales likely doesn’t want to cause an issue, especially this early in the season, by mandating how the defensive play-caller handles his various rotations and depth chart.—
Mike Kaye
September 10,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Sep. 2025
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Serafina handles supervision and discipline in the brothel, while Arcángela manages finances and connections with local officials.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The United States holds the G20’s presidency in 2026 — a position that rotates among the 19 countries and the European Union, which make up the group.—
Emily Goodin,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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In contrast, the team’s innovative solution rotates the printing platform, allowing powder to be deposited and fused continuously.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Simple exercises, such as ball squeezes, towel twists, dead hangs, and farmers' carries, can build grip strength using everyday items or basic equipment.—
Aubrey Bailey,
Verywell Health,
8 Sep. 2025
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More greenery hangs from the ceiling and is perched on the staircase.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Just a 10-minute stroll from the city center, the elevation affords something akin to a retreat; Bolaño feels spirited away from the noisy streets, surrounded instead by humming cicadas and chirping birds.—
Keith Flanagan,
Architectural Digest,
11 Sep. 2025
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If all three can't be attained in one venue, choose a venue that affords all three within reasonable walking distance.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Yet, Bilkie said, short-term market movements, like the decline in April, can serve as a reminder to review and rebalance portfolios.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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This may seem like an odd fit, but the Shakers differentiated themselves with their erratic movements (like shaking, hence the name), song, and dance while praying, so the genre proves to be an organic choice.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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With their wireless probe, equipped with five sensors, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, the focus shifts from time to temperature.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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By removing color, the focus shifts to texture, light, gesture, and gaze — emphasizing the nuances of connection and the multiplicity of what love can look like beyond normative, romanticized ideals.—
Caterina De Biasio,
Vogue,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Swings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swings. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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