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as in to flick
to move from side to side or up and down with quick jerky motions
the horse's tail swishes after every jump
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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
a trendy boutique filled with swish accessories for the urban fashionista
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Recent Examples of swish
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
30 Mar. 2026
Their play is a symphony of cheers and swishes, conversation and laughter, dribbling balls and rattling rims.
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Chris John Amorosino,
Hartford Courant,
13 Mar. 2026
Jason Beede,
Sun Sentinel,
16 May 2026
Citron swished a shot from half-court but didn't release the ball before the buzzer.
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ABC News,
15 May 2026
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
Russell let the rest of Taylor-Joy's long hair fall in loose, barely there waves, with most of the curl concentrated just at the ends for movement and swish factor.
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Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Mullins launched a shot from 35 feet and … swish.
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Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
30 Mar. 2026
Their play is a symphony of cheers and swishes, conversation and laughter, dribbling balls and rattling rims.
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Chris John Amorosino,
Hartford Courant,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
In one of the top games, Atlanta’s Paul Parks took a 6-2 lead over Miami’s Byrd Daniel III, before Daniel swished two straight behind the arc to tie it at six points.
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Jason Beede,
Sun Sentinel,
16 May 2026
Citron swished a shot from half-court but didn't release the ball before the buzzer.
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ABC News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
The Vale can be combined with a stay at Silverstone’s swish Escapade hotel or in a luxury yurt on the inner track.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
13 Mar. 2026
Russell let the rest of Taylor-Joy's long hair fall in loose, barely there waves, with most of the curl concentrated just at the ends for movement and swish factor.
—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swish
Noun
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After the final whistle, instead of celebrating, the team circled up around phones awaiting the result of Spain’s faceoff with Uruguay.
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The evidence was there before the first whistle.
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True to cargo-pant form, these capris have plenty of pockets, including two zippered side pockets and four flap cargo pockets deep enough to hold small essentials.
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But where some insiders fretted about the social blowback, Jenkins knew the flap was priceless marketing for the brand.
Verb
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Louis let out a hissing breath.
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However, some observers have reported hearing faint crackling or hissing noises during intense displays.
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Right-back Jean-Kevin Duverne did brilliantly to beat his man and send in a low cross that Lenny Joseph tried to flick into the net, the ball going in off Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou for an own goal.
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Boxed into the corner by two Americans, Güler flicked the ball perfectly between Pulisic's legs and ran around him, creating the space necessary to start the final sequence.
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The stylish silhouette instantly dresses up everything from jeans and trousers to flowy dresses, while the supportive sole makes the shoes easy to wear for hours at a time.
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Only Prime members can save on this linen blouse, which features trendy three-quarter sleeves that are equally stylish and functional.
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The new accessories collection includes key rings, luggage tags, passport covers, card holders, coasters, placemats, notebook and diary covers, zip pouches, bookmarks, napkin holders, desk accessories and a structured briefcase.
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For some, a weekend camping trip doesn’t offer the same rush as whitewater rafting or zip-lining through a jungle.
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Meanwhile, whisk together Dijon, garlic, pepper, and remaining 3 tablespoons vinegar, and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until combined.
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Meanwhile, in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment combine egg whites and cream of tartar; let stand at room temperature while preparing sugar syrup.
Verb
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Any behavior requires a coordinated action across the brain—swing a baseball bat, complete a math problem—and the more the action is repeated, the more the associated neural pathways will strengthen.
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Ryan returned the favor in the fourth, getting Dalton Rushing, Freeland and Ohtani to all swing and miss.
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“Swish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swish. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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