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as in deviated
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 turned
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 managed
to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently
a man who's able to swing two full-time jobs
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as in twirled
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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as in slung
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 afforded
to have enough money for
I don't think that we can swing that hefty a mortgage
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Recent Examples of swung
The 28-year-old swung a hot bat before his injury and is 4 for 5 with the pair of extra base hits since his return.
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Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
The door swung open anyway, like something out of a haunted house.
—Adam Ciralsky, Vanity Fair, 19 Mar. 2026
Halaska followed the man to the Hodad’s parking lot, then swung a knife at him, Deputy District Attorney Savanah Howe alleged in her sentencing papers.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Pain at the pump has been one of the most immediate economic impacts of the conflict, because the price of crude oil — the main ingredient in gasoline — has soared and swung rapidly in recent weeks, due to ongoing supply chain disruptions and cuts from major producers across the Middle East.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
After Ludvig Åberg came unglued on the closing seven holes, the tournament door swung wide open, welcoming a host of contenders.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
However, a powerful cold front swung through the area after lunchtime, bringing gusty winds up to 50 mph and temperatures dipping in the late afternoon.
—Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Kiffin, in many ways, swung the scythe that signaled the spring game’s apparent demise.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
Oil prices have swung sharply since the start of the Iran war, with oil nearing hitting nearly $120 per barrel on Monday.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
The door swung open anyway, like something out of a haunted house.
—Adam Ciralsky, Vanity Fair, 19 Mar. 2026
Halaska followed the man to the Hodad’s parking lot, then swung a knife at him, Deputy District Attorney Savanah Howe alleged in her sentencing papers.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Pain at the pump has been one of the most immediate economic impacts of the conflict, because the price of crude oil — the main ingredient in gasoline — has soared and swung rapidly in recent weeks, due to ongoing supply chain disruptions and cuts from major producers across the Middle East.
—Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
After Ludvig Åberg came unglued on the closing seven holes, the tournament door swung wide open, welcoming a host of contenders.
—Justin Ray, New York Times, 16 Mar. 2026
However, a powerful cold front swung through the area after lunchtime, bringing gusty winds up to 50 mph and temperatures dipping in the late afternoon.
—Lauren Bostwick, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
Kiffin, in many ways, swung the scythe that signaled the spring game’s apparent demise.
—David Eckert, Austin American Statesman, 13 Mar. 2026
Oil prices have swung sharply since the start of the Iran war, with oil nearing hitting nearly $120 per barrel on Monday.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swung
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But during the first week of the Iran war, Hegseth’s press briefings deviated from the measured tone expected from high-ranking military officials.—
Casey Ryan Kelly,
The Conversation,
9 Mar. 2026
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The nearly 16 ½-hour flight that Mikhaell, Patel, and others were on from Dubai to Chicago deviated from its normal route to avoid the ongoing war.—
Charlie De Mar,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mutiny includes no college grads in dead-end jobs whose grievances have turned them toward MAGA rather than union activism—young men and women recruited by Turning Point USA while still in college.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
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When Leu, early this year, turned all but three acres of his property over to the city for a park the Tabebuia fell under municipal ownership.—
Orlando Sentinel Staff,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Mar. 2026
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Plenty of brands have tried to replicate the concept (dupes included), but few have managed to capture the same fresh, glassy finish this mask delivers.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
21 Mar. 2026
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The reality television show that made the family a household name has been off the air for over a decade, but the family managed to foray the cancellation of the original series into TLC spin-offs, brand deals, and social media fame.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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The Flamin' Hot director danced with choreographer Gustavo Vargas, who dipped Longoria and twirled her around.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
9 Mar. 2026
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Sun Ra twirled, his arms and wrists as fluid as a showgirl’s.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Feb. 2026
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Looking like a Tuareg Marvel character, Abdoul Nasser stood next to his Honda motorbike, dressed in a full-length black overcoat, a cheche head wrap, sunglasses and a sheathed sword slung over his shoulder.—
Paul C. Sereno,
The Conversation,
16 Mar. 2026
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The Serbian big man slung the ball three-quarters of the length of the court to Brown, who flipped the ball into the net to tie the score at 87-all heading into the fourth quarter.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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That’s a heck of a lot more real estate than Donald Duck is afforded in the book, what with his single mention.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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Kilmer’s family also afforded the production a slew of younger photos of the actor to help craft the AI rendition.—
Jami Ganz,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar. 2026
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State police believe a Toyota GR86 was traveling east on Route 44 when the car failed to negotiate a curve, veered off the roadway and struck a tree.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
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According to the California Highway Patrol, a Honda Accord was heading south on Cole Grade when the driver of a Nissan Frontier heading north veered his truck to the left for an unknown reason and crossed into the southbound lane.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Mar. 2026
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Bath scrubs, body butters, whipped soaps and more are also available to elevate your routine.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Oil prices whipped from nearly $120 per barrel, their highest since 2022, back toward $90.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Swung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swung. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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