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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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as in hissing
to make a sound like that of stretching out the speech sound \s\
with their satin costumes swishing, the little ballerinas chasséd onto the stage
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as in flapping
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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Recent Examples of swish
Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 May 2017
In a hurricane, those waves can come in quick, short bursts as powerful thunderstorms around the storm’s eye wall swish air up and down like a plunger in a toilet bowl.
—Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 17 May 2017
Russell Leung, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2025
Two minutes later, Cryer swished a 3, giving Houston a 50-48 lead, its first since the early minutes of the first half.
—Doug Haller, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Liza Foreman, Variety, 18 Oct. 2023
The swish dopp kits, which are filled with the latest skincare products and fragrances, will be provided exclusively to first- and business-class passengers on select routes and long-haul flights.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2023
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Noun
Swish swish sounds like it is written by 8 yr old kid or Donald Trump.
—Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 May 2017
In a hurricane, those waves can come in quick, short bursts as powerful thunderstorms around the storm’s eye wall swish air up and down like a plunger in a toilet bowl.
—Jenny Staletovich, miamiherald, 17 May 2017
Verb
When the ball swished through the net, the tablet vibrated.
—Russell Leung, CNBC, 13 Apr. 2025
Two minutes later, Cryer swished a 3, giving Houston a 50-48 lead, its first since the early minutes of the first half.
—Doug Haller, The Athletic, 16 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Co-produced by Spain’s RTVE and TV3 with Sweden’s SVT, Germany’s NDR and Finland’s YLE, the eight-part comedy is set in a swish upper middle-class community in the placid hills outside Barcelona.
—Liza Foreman, Variety, 18 Oct. 2023
The swish dopp kits, which are filled with the latest skincare products and fragrances, will be provided exclusively to first- and business-class passengers on select routes and long-haul flights.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2023
See All Example Sentences for swish
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swish
Noun
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Concerned players rushed to Webb and Leicester forward Jamie Vardy grabbed the official’s hand and blew his whistle to stop the game.—
Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Instead, the officials swallowed their whistles, and Detroit fell 3-1 in the series.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The asymmetrical flap and the dark and light brown color blocking add a modern touch to the classic front-button silhouette.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
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The flap underscores growing tensions between Trump’s trade policy and corporate America, with the former increasingly coloring earnings calls and guidance suspensions across a broad range of sectors, from snacks and soda to semiconductors.—
Catherine Baab,
Quartz,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The simple yet stylish design lends itself to almost any outfit, so these sandals can be worn with pants, dresses, or shorts.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2025
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While some sandals can lean on the casual, informal side, these stylish ones are sophisticated enough for all types of events and occasions.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 May 2025
Noun
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In a recent sit-down with Harper’s Bazaar UK, Pike, who played Miranda Frost in the 2002 Bond flick, says she was asked to strip down to her underwear when auditioning for the film.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
13 May 2025
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Vertical has acquired Eye For An Eye, a horror flick starring Whitney Peak from veteran music video director Colin Tilley.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Juliet Holy Pointed-Toe Chunky Block Heels Midi dresses and pointed-toe heels are a match made in heaven, as evidenced by Oprah’s fashionable look.—
Izzy Baskette,
People.com,
11 May 2025
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As the global appeal of Lambrusco has grown, more of Emilia-Romagna’s winemakers have turned their vineyards into fashionable destinations.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
Noun
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The pack sports an exterior laptop pocket for easy TSA access, catch-all zip pockets for passports and tickets, interior slip pockets for magazines and notebooks, two water bottle holders, a handy magnetic closure and a pass-through strap that attaches to rolling luggage.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
10 May 2025
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The 2-in-1 Tote Bag keeps your chaos chic with a snap strap for your laptop, zip pockets for the tiny stuff (pacifiers or lip balm, anyone?), and twin open slots for easy phone grabs mid-diaper change.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
Noun
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The mixer also comes with a whisk for whipping cream or sauces.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Beyond artists like Catlett and Biggers – who have earned renown as influential masters, but not the art market compensation of their white peers – The Bronx Museum shines a spotlight on emerging artists whose work challenges cultural and social norms and whisks viewers out of their comfort zones.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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While the overarching trend for fall is still lowest maintenance possible, there's a bit more happening than your typical sunny blondes and balayage brunettes.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
2 Sep. 2020
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What was once a sleepy college town next to a railroad stop is now one of the most happening cities in the state of Texas.—
Craig Hlavaty,
Houston Chronicle,
5 Apr. 2018
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“Swish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swish. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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