swotting

Definition of swottingnext
present participle of swot, British

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for swotting
Verb
  • Experts gain valuable insights into how animal brains acquire new skills and master intricate sounds by studying vocal learning.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Apr. 2026
  • In many programs, that means stepping into a kitchen and learning to prepare meals firsthand, not just studying nutrition from a distance.
    Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • By carefully analyzing the neutron data, the team could calculate the QFI for a material—and from that, infer how deeply entangled its internal particles are.
    Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 11 Apr. 2026
  • BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Bring a lightweight coat with big pockets, and start cramming stuff into them.
    Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Instead of using an oversized crock or cramming utensils into drawers and making a mess, try hanging them on the wall.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Keep reading for more outfit inspo under $50.
    Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Since select streamers are offering free trials and limited-time discounts, viewers can watch the latest episodes of Kara Swisher Wants to Live Forever at no cost; keep reading to learn more about each option.
    Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Both these properties are important tools for deducing the age and origin of the comet.
    Keith Cooper, Space.com, 30 Mar. 2026
  • The ending unfolds in a broadly similar way in both versions, with Bundle deducing that Loraine killed Gerry.
    Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 15 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • There were the metal bats, the shorter schedule and a sense that nothing could replace the seasoning that came with years of grinding through professional baseball’s minor leagues.
    David Brandt, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Catcher Brady Murrietta has been like a superhero for Orange Lutheran behind the plate, leading, grinding and delivering.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Griffin recalls the moment Ahead of his debut, Griffin met with reporters to discuss his career up to this point, the Pittsburgh Pirates organization, and finding out he was getting promoted to the Big Leagues.
    Patrick Damp, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
  • But for Hall, the convoluted process of finding out about the ectopic pregnancy, and then undergoing emergency surgery, added layers to her pain.
    Emily Brindley Health Reporter, Dallas Morning News, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Robert enjoys learning fun facts about different creatures and can talk about them with excitement and curiosity.
    CBS News, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Lemont’s Gabriela Kuruc grew up learning the game of soccer through some tough, competitive family games with her older cousins.
    Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
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“Swotting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swotting. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.

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