swing

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verb

ˈswiŋ

swung ˈswəŋ How to pronounce swing (audio)

; swinging ˈswiŋ-iŋ How to pronounce swing (audio)

transitive verb

: to cause to move vigorously through a wide arc or circle

swing an ax

: to cause to sway to and fro

c(1)

: to cause to turn on an axis

(2)

: to cause to face or move in another direction

swing the car into a side road

: to suspend so as to permit swaying or turning

: to convey by suspension

cranes swinging cargo into the ship's hold

a(1)

: to influence decisively

swing a lot of votes

(2)

: to bring around by influence

: to handle successfully : manage

wasn't able to swing a new car on his income

swing a deal

: to play or sing (something, such as a melody) in the style of swing music

intransitive verb

: to move freely to and fro especially in suspension from an overhead support

: to die by hanging

: to hang freely from a support

: to move in or describe a circle or arc:

: to turn on a hinge or pivot

: to turn in place

: to convey oneself by grasping a fixed support

swing aboard the train

: to have a steady pulsing rhythm

: to play or sing with a lively compelling rhythm

specifically : to play swing music

: to shift or fluctuate from one condition, form, position, or object of attention or favor to another

swing constantly from optimism to pessimism and back

Sinclair Lewis

: to move along rhythmically

: to start up in a smooth vigorous manner

ready to swing into action

: to hit or aim at something with a sweeping arm movement

: to be lively, exciting, and up-to-date

: to engage freely in sex

swing

2 of 3

noun

: an act or instance of swinging : swinging movement: such as

a(1)

: a stroke or blow delivered with a sweeping arm movement

a batter with a powerful swing

(2)

: a sweeping or rhythmic movement of the body or a bodily part

(3)

: a dance figure in which two dancers revolve with joined arms or hands

(4)

: jazz dancing in moderate tempo with a lilting syncopation

b(1)

: the regular movement of a freely suspended object (such as a pendulum) along an arc and back

(2)

: back and forth sweep

the swing of the tides

c(1)

: steady pulsing rhythm (as in poetry or music)

(2)

: a steady vigorous movement characterizing an activity or creative work

d(1)

: a trend toward a high or low point in a fluctuating cycle (as of business activity)

(2)

: an often periodic shift from one condition, form, position, or object of attention or favor to another

: liberty of action

b(1)

: the driving power of something swung or hurled

(2)

: steady vigorous advance : driving speed

a train approaching at full swing

: the progression of an activity, process, or phase of existence

the work is in full swing

: the arc or range through which something swings

: something that swings freely from or on a support

especially : a seat suspended by a rope or chains for swinging to and fro on for pleasure

: a curving course or outline

: a course from and back to a point : a circular tour

: jazz that is played (as by a big band) with a steady beat and that uses the harmonic structures of popular songs and the blues as a basis for improvisations and arrangements

: a short pass in football thrown to a back running to the outside

Synonyms

Verb

detour
deviate
diverge
sheer
swerve
turn
turn off
veer
wheel

See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

Verb The sheets swung on the clothesline. The clock's pendulum stopped swinging. She sat on the edge of the table, swinging her legs. The monkeys were swinging from branch to branch high up in the trees. I swung my suitcase into the backseat of the car. She sat on the counter and swung her legs over to the other side. She swung the door open. Be careful how you swing that ax. She swung the bat but missed the ball. She swung her purse at me. Noun One swing of the hammer was all it took to drive the nail through the board. the swing of a pendulum upward swings in the stock market The kids were playing on the swings. We sat on the porch swing and watched the neighbors. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

India lunged out to swing at it, hoping to put the ball into the outfield, The Rockies were using a five-man infield, and India was aiming for the open space in center field.

Charlie Goldsmith, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 Just across from the new building could be a new exhibit for gibbons, small apes known for using their long arms to swing from tree to tree.

Christine Condon, Washington Post, 29 Aug. 2022 Since the ball was resting in an awkward spot just outside the bunker, the Japanese standout would have needed to swing while standing inside the bunker to have any shot at getting the ball near the flag.

Tim Schmitt, USA TODAY, 20 Aug. 2022 Jake Diekman got Oscar Gonzalez to swing and miss on a 1-1 count.

Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2022 Here, seemingly uplifting Warnock's liberal platform can turn him off to swing and independent voters.

Alexandra Marquez, NBC News, 11 Aug. 2022 Folks who swing by Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. can grab a full box of books for just $10.

Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 1 Sep. 2022 In this neutral kitchen, aged barnwood panels paired with black hardware create French doors that swing open to reveal the room's refrigerator and pantry.

Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 No warhead explosives, just blades that swing out to kill only one guy.

Peter Weber, The Week, 6 Aug. 2022

Noun

Jackson, a second-year pro, was set to serve as a swing tackle.

Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2022 And two days after his August stop in New Hampshire, Pence made a busy two-day swing through Iowa, whose caucuses have led off the presidential nominating calendar for half a century.

Fox News, 18 Sep. 2022 The result is a race that could be an indicator of Trump's continued influence on swing districts and rural politics.

Patrick Whittle, ajc, 18 Sep. 2022 Before Torkelson's key swing, Báez singled on a two-strike slider and Haase worked a six-pitch walk.

Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 17 Sep. 2022 After an uneven camp and preseason, Miami opted to keep Greg Little as its backup swing tackle.

Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2022 Natick’s biggest momentum swing came on an interception by junior Teddy Ferrucci in the third quarter.

Aj Traub, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Aristides Aquino, who underwent his own recent swing change, has seen better results with it throughout September.

The Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2022 Keeping everything else the same, Newgarden would’ve entered the west coast swing fresh off his 6th win of the year at WWT Raceway, with a 46-point edge on Power (2nd), a 57-point gap to Dixon (3rd) and 60 points to Ericsson (4th).

Nathan Brown, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Sep. 2022

Adjective

Our favorite feature, though, are its semi-swing doors.

Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 June 2022 Velasquez got Trevor Story on a check-swing third strike to end the inning, putting him in position to pick up the win.

Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2022 The high-speed Ion3 camera captures club and ball launch data at the point of impact and also records an HD video of the club through the impact zone for post-swing analysis.

Shaun Tolson, Robb Report, 3 May 2022 Adell simplified his pre-swing approach by removing excess movement and shortened his path to the ball, resulting in better plate discipline and more consistent contact.

Mike Digiovannastaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2022 Max Scherzer, with no prior saves to his professional resume, closed out the game, ending it on a controversial check-swing third strike against Wilmer Flores that replays showed to be incorrect.

Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2021 Jose Altuve followed with a bloop hit before Iglesias got Jose Siri on a check-swing third strike to stop Houston's four-game winning streak.

Joe Reedy, Chron, 24 Sep. 2021 Yes on the recall was winning in a number of swing congressional districts in Orange County, according to the Cook Political Report's Dave Wasserman.

Harry Enten, CNN, 18 Sep. 2021 And while Republicans in swing Congressional districts have branded Pelosi as evil, Democrats adore her and resented Moulton’s challenge.

BostonGlobe.com, 25 Aug. 2021 See More

单词	swings
释义	swing 1 of 3 verb ˈswiŋ swung ˈswəŋ ; swinging ˈswiŋ-iŋ transitive verb 1 a : to cause to move vigorously through a wide arc or circle swing an ax b : to cause to sway to and fro c(1) : to cause to turn on an axis (2) : to cause to face or move in another direction swing the car into a side road 2 : to suspend so as to permit swaying or turning 3 : to convey by suspension cranes swinging cargo into the ship's hold 4 a(1) : to influence decisively swing a lot of votes (2) : to bring around by influence b : to handle successfully : manage wasn't able to swing a new car on his income swing a deal 5 : to play or sing (something, such as a melody) in the style of swing music intransitive verb 1 : to move freely to and fro especially in suspension from an overhead support 2 a : to die by hanging b : to hang freely from a support 3 : to move in or describe a circle or arc: a : to turn on a hinge or pivot b : to turn in place c : to convey oneself by grasping a fixed support swing aboard the train 4 a : to have a steady pulsing rhythm b : to play or sing with a lively compelling rhythm specifically : to play swing music 5 : to shift or fluctuate from one condition, form, position, or object of attention or favor to another swing constantly from optimism to pessimism and back Sinclair Lewis 6 a : to move along rhythmically b : to start up in a smooth vigorous manner ready to swing into action 7 : to hit or aim at something with a sweeping arm movement 8 a : to be lively, exciting, and up-to-date b : to engage freely in sex swing 2 of 3 noun 1 : an act or instance of swinging : swinging movement: such as a(1) : a stroke or blow delivered with a sweeping arm movement a batter with a powerful swing (2) : a sweeping or rhythmic movement of the body or a bodily part (3) : a dance figure in which two dancers revolve with joined arms or hands (4) : jazz dancing in moderate tempo with a lilting syncopation b(1) : the regular movement of a freely suspended object (such as a pendulum) along an arc and back (2) : back and forth sweep the swing of the tides c(1) : steady pulsing rhythm (as in poetry or music) (2) : a steady vigorous movement characterizing an activity or creative work d(1) : a trend toward a high or low point in a fluctuating cycle (as of business activity) (2) : an often periodic shift from one condition, form, position, or object of attention or favor to another 2 a : liberty of action b(1) : the driving power of something swung or hurled (2) : steady vigorous advance : driving speed a train approaching at full swing 3 : the progression of an activity, process, or phase of existence the work is in full swing 4 : the arc or range through which something swings 5 : something that swings freely from or on a support especially : a seat suspended by a rope or chains for swinging to and fro on for pleasure 6 a : a curving course or outline b : a course from and back to a point : a circular tour 7 : jazz that is played (as by a big band) with a steady beat and that uses the harmonic structures of popular songs and the blues as a basis for improvisations and arrangements 8 : a short pass in football thrown to a back running to the outside swing 3 of 3 adjective 1 : of or relating to musical swing a swing band swing music swing dancing 2 : that may swing often decisively either way on an issue or in an election swing voters a swing state Synonyms Verb detour deviate diverge sheer swerve turn turn off veer wheel See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb The sheets swung on the clothesline. The clock's pendulum stopped swinging. She sat on the edge of the table, swinging her legs. The monkeys were swinging from branch to branch high up in the trees. I swung my suitcase into the backseat of the car. She sat on the counter and swung her legs over to the other side. She swung the door open. Be careful how you swing that ax. She swung the bat but missed the ball. She swung her purse at me. Noun One swing of the hammer was all it took to drive the nail through the board. the swing of a pendulum upward swings in the stock market The kids were playing on the swings. We sat on the porch swing and watched the neighbors. See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb India lunged out to swing at it, hoping to put the ball into the outfield, The Rockies were using a five-man infield, and India was aiming for the open space in center field. Charlie Goldsmith, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 Just across from the new building could be a new exhibit for gibbons, small apes known for using their long arms to swing from tree to tree. Christine Condon, Washington Post, 29 Aug. 2022 Since the ball was resting in an awkward spot just outside the bunker, the Japanese standout would have needed to swing while standing inside the bunker to have any shot at getting the ball near the flag. Tim Schmitt, USA TODAY, 20 Aug. 2022 Jake Diekman got Oscar Gonzalez to swing and miss on a 1-1 count. Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2022 Here, seemingly uplifting Warnock's liberal platform can turn him off to swing and independent voters. Alexandra Marquez, NBC News, 11 Aug. 2022 Folks who swing by Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. can grab a full box of books for just $10. Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 1 Sep. 2022 In this neutral kitchen, aged barnwood panels paired with black hardware create French doors that swing open to reveal the room's refrigerator and pantry. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Aug. 2022 No warhead explosives, just blades that swing out to kill only one guy. Peter Weber, The Week, 6 Aug. 2022 Noun Jackson, a second-year pro, was set to serve as a swing tackle. Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2022 And two days after his August stop in New Hampshire, Pence made a busy two-day swing through Iowa, whose caucuses have led off the presidential nominating calendar for half a century. Fox News, 18 Sep. 2022 The result is a race that could be an indicator of Trump's continued influence on swing districts and rural politics. Patrick Whittle, ajc, 18 Sep. 2022 Before Torkelson's key swing, Báez singled on a two-strike slider and Haase worked a six-pitch walk. Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 17 Sep. 2022 After an uneven camp and preseason, Miami opted to keep Greg Little as its backup swing tackle. Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 17 Sep. 2022 Natick’s biggest momentum swing came on an interception by junior Teddy Ferrucci in the third quarter. Aj Traub, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Sep. 2022 Aristides Aquino, who underwent his own recent swing change, has seen better results with it throughout September. The Enquirer, 16 Sep. 2022 Keeping everything else the same, Newgarden would’ve entered the west coast swing fresh off his 6th win of the year at WWT Raceway, with a 46-point edge on Power (2nd), a 57-point gap to Dixon (3rd) and 60 points to Ericsson (4th). Nathan Brown, The Indianapolis Star, 15 Sep. 2022 Adjective Our favorite feature, though, are its semi-swing doors. Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 1 June 2022 Velasquez got Trevor Story on a check-swing third strike to end the inning, putting him in position to pick up the win. Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2022 The high-speed Ion3 camera captures club and ball launch data at the point of impact and also records an HD video of the club through the impact zone for post-swing analysis. Shaun Tolson, Robb Report, 3 May 2022 Adell simplified his pre-swing approach by removing excess movement and shortened his path to the ball, resulting in better plate discipline and more consistent contact. Mike Digiovannastaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2022 Max Scherzer, with no prior saves to his professional resume, closed out the game, ending it on a controversial check-swing third strike against Wilmer Flores that replays showed to be incorrect. Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2021 Jose Altuve followed with a bloop hit before Iglesias got Jose Siri on a check-swing third strike to stop Houston's four-game winning streak. Joe Reedy, Chron, 24 Sep. 2021 Yes on the recall was winning in a number of swing congressional districts in Orange County, according to the Cook Political Report's Dave Wasserman. Harry Enten, CNN, 18 Sep. 2021 And while Republicans in swing Congressional districts have branded Pelosi as evil, Democrats adore her and resented Moulton’s challenge. BostonGlobe.com, 25 Aug. 2021 See More Word History Etymology Verb Middle English, to beat, fling, hurl, rush, from Old English swingan to beat, fling oneself, rush; akin to Old High German swingan to fling, rush First Known Use Verb 13th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Adjective 1933, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing swing be (back) in the swing of things bi-swing go with a swing in/into the swing of leap/spring/swing into action in full swing new jack swing mood swing swing at (someone or something) swing into action swing door swing by swing it swing over swing set swing shift swing state swing the balance western swing take a swing swing bridge swing both ways got into the swing of See More be (back) in the swing of things bi-swing go with a swing in/into the swing of leap/spring/swing into action in full swing new jack swing mood swing swing at (someone or something) swing into action swing door swing by swing it swing over swing set swing shift swing state swing the balance western swing take a swing swing bridge swing both ways got into the swing of See More Kids Definition swing 1 of 2 verb ˈswiŋ swung ˈswəŋ ; swinging 1 : to move rapidly in a sweeping curve I swung the bat. 2 : to turn on a hinge or pivot The door swung open. 3 : to move with a curving motion Monkeys can swing from branch to branch. She swung her legs up on the bed. 4 : to turn or move quickly in a particular direction He swung the light in the direction of the noise. 5 : to move back and forth or from side to side while hanging from a fixed point Sheets swung on the clothes line. 6 : to move back and forth in or on a swing 7 : to manage or handle successfully I'll work two jobs if I can swing it. swing 2 of 2 noun 1 : a seat usually hung by overhead ropes and used to move back and forth 2 : an act of moving something (as a bat) rapidly in a sweeping curve 3 : a sweeping movement, blow, or rhythm 4 : the distance through which something sways to and fro The class measured the swing of a pendulum. 5 : a style of jazz marked by lively rhythm and played mostly for dancing swings 1 of 2 noun plural of swing 1 as in movements Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance movements sways rhythms meters lilts cadences stresses beats accents emphases inflections measures intonations accentuations throbs drums backbeats trimeters tetrameters hexameters pentameters 2 as in shifts Synonyms & Similar Words shifts runs curves turns winds drifts turnabouts tides trends tendencies downsides leanings currents directions upsides habits propensities customs counter-trends tenors countercurrents ways countertrends undercurrents undertows swings 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of swing 1 as in deviates 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. Synonyms & Similar Words deviates turns veers swerves detours diverges wheels turns off zigzags sheers tacks turns back doubles (back) 2 as in turns 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 Synonyms & Similar Words turns whips shifts deflects moves veers wheels diverts swivels redirects switches whirls sways swerves shunts deviates zigzags reverses twists curves bends averts sidetracks transfers rechannels turns back 3 as in handles to deal with (something) usually skillfully or efficiently a man who's able to swing two full-time jobs Synonyms & Similar Words handles manipulates manages addresses takes negotiates treats plays maneuvers hacks fields pulls steers controls comes to grips with contends (with) has a grip on finesses copes (with) jockeys grapples (with) engineers regulates carries out directs brings off runs guides gets off carries off commands micromanages reacts (to) responds (to) Antonyms & Near Antonyms fumbles botches bungles mishandles muffs goofs (up) scamps messes (up) louses up foozles See More 4 as in rotates 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 Synonyms & Similar Words rotates spins turns twirls pivots swivels twists rolls swirls whirls wheels revolves screws winds coils cranks unscrews twiddles reels circulates 5 as in hangs to place on an elevated point without support from below beach towels swung up to dry on the lifeguard's high chair Synonyms & Similar Words hangs dangles slings hooks strings mounts suspends pins drapes juts cascades balances tacks sticks out protrudes falls overhangs projects garlands festoons poises depends extends (out) 6 as in affords to have enough money for I don't think that we can swing that hefty a mortgage Synonyms & Similar Words affords goes gets purchases covers outlays finances takes obtains expends secures procures offers acquires bids picks up underwrites bankrolls pays (for) subsidizes springs (for) endows ponies up
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