1
as in bumping
to come into usually forceful contact with something
a blindfolded partygoer swiping at the piñata with a stick spent most of the camping trip swiping mosquitos
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2
as in slapping
to deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner
that car just swiped the fender of our car
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3
as in stealing
to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep
somebody swiped the stop sign that used to be on the corner left his phone at the library and it got swiped
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Recent Examples of swiping
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Allen Iverson, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2025
After the fumble, head coach Jonathan Gannon was incensed and got into the face of Demercado, making physical contact and swiping at him.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
Applying the patches is as easy as swiping on Swift’s lipstick-of-choice in her new era — the Nars Lipstick in the shade Morocco.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
In the viral video shared on social media, Nina Miller, wearing Giants gear, is seen swiping the headband from the boy.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
After dropping them off in a narrow street, Rojas started swiping through the app for a new passenger.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
One user says the Wi-Fi turns off when unlocking the device, or swiping down on the lock screen to access the notification center.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
In La Cañada Flintridge, California, Chris Yee caught a bold brown bear raiding the family’s garage fridge and swiping a slice of watermelon.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
Mookie Betts chopped a grounder to charging shortstop Willy Adames, who threw home in time to get Rortvedt, but Bailey was unable to secure the ball before swiping his tag on Rortvedt, who scored on the miscue for a 1-0 lead.
—Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Noun
Find a way to limit endless swiping or late-night chats that drain you emotionally, and resist the pressure to respond immediately.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
Eight, maybe nine years removed from swiping worms from the corner store and lifting loose change from cars in the mall parking lot.
—Allen Iverson, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2025
After the fumble, head coach Jonathan Gannon was incensed and got into the face of Demercado, making physical contact and swiping at him.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2025
Applying the patches is as easy as swiping on Swift’s lipstick-of-choice in her new era — the Nars Lipstick in the shade Morocco.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
In the viral video shared on social media, Nina Miller, wearing Giants gear, is seen swiping the headband from the boy.
—Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
After dropping them off in a narrow street, Rojas started swiping through the app for a new passenger.
—Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2025
One user says the Wi-Fi turns off when unlocking the device, or swiping down on the lock screen to access the notification center.
—PC Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025
In La Cañada Flintridge, California, Chris Yee caught a bold brown bear raiding the family’s garage fridge and swiping a slice of watermelon.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2025
Mookie Betts chopped a grounder to charging shortstop Willy Adames, who threw home in time to get Rortvedt, but Bailey was unable to secure the ball before swiping his tag on Rortvedt, who scored on the miscue for a 1-0 lead.
—Mike Digiovanna, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swiping
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The National Museum of the American Indian recalls how Indigenous peoples suffered theft, loss of their homelands, enslavement, death, forced displacement and disrupted cultural traditions due to European settlement.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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With theft rates reportedly climbing 93% in 2024, the push for high-tech security has never been stronger.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The Chiefs were blown out by the Philadelphia Eagles—at one point, the score was 34–0—and Kelce was spotted on the sidelines screaming at and bumping the Chiefs’ coach, Andy Reid.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
12 Oct. 2025
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Some other popular institutions also have extended hours on certain days year-round, which allows visitors to enjoy world-class artworks without bumping elbows with others.—
Blane Bachelor,
AFAR Media,
1 Oct. 2025
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As EPs, celebrities might do anything from simply slapping their name on a poster to glad-handing for an awards campaign to getting deeply involved in production.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Oct. 2025
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Violeta Santos Moura | Reuters Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused China of trying to weaken the global economy by slapping export controls on resources vital for technology.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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The Venezuelan leader, who is accused of stealing last year’s election, was further sidelined diplomatically after the country’s main opposition figure María Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize last week.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Santos was charged in 2023 with stealing from donors and his campaign, fraudulently collecting unemployment benefits and lying to Congress about his wealth.—
Philip Marcelo,
Fortune,
17 Oct. 2025
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Israel, meanwhile, has emerged from the war in a much stronger security position after decimating Hamas in Gaza, slamming Hezbollah in Lebanon, and hammering Iran's nuclear facilities.—
Greg Myre,
NPR,
9 Oct. 2025
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Bill Burr is lashing out at critics for slamming his appearance at the Riyadh Comedy Festival.—
Zack Sharf,
Variety,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Oct. 2025
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Fanning flatlines when left to be a solo show as Bertino whacks her around like a pinball, hitting big, loud scares that seem to keep resetting.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Richardson’s injury wasn’t the only unusual pregame incident the Colts experienced, with cornerback Charvarius Ward sustaining a concussion after colliding with a teammate during warmups.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
13 Oct. 2025
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Avoid an acid overload of tart and tangy (pickles and citrus), a bold flavor competition, sweet and funky flavors colliding (fruity jams and aged cheeses), and a clash of spicy meats and cheeses with delicate fruits and accompaniments.—
Catharine Kaufman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Oct. 2025
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The first of 12 projects outlined in the book is a literal slapstick, the classic vaudeville tool used to imitate the sound of smacking someone with a stick.—
Michael Roberts,
Outside,
9 Oct. 2025
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Really, there’s only one character onstage who commands an audience’s attention, and that’s Hines’ gum-smacking sister-in-law, who turns from antagonist to supporter.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Swiping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swiping. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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