Definitions

swung

[swuhng] / swʌŋ /

VERB

move back and forth; be suspended

Synonyms

STRONGEST

curve dangle flap fluctuate hang lurch pitch pivot rotate sway swivel turn twirl veer wave whirl wiggle wobble

STRONG

avert deflect divert oscillate palpitate reel revolve rock roll sheer shunt suspend swerve undulate vary vibrate volte-face wag waggle wheel

WEAK

away be pendent pendulate turn about turn on an axis

Antonyms

STRONGEST

stay straighten

STRONG

be still remain stabilize

Example Sentences

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These movies swung for the fences to prove that all is not yet lost — an idea that, in itself, can feel subversive.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The Kospi swung more than eight percent in either direction on Monday and Tuesday following the US jobs figures.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The lingerie and apparel retailer swung to a $47.7 million profit in the first quarter from a loss a year earlier, and raised its full-year outlook.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Yamamoto swung around and tossed the ball to Alex Freeland, who nabbed Marsh’s hands.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

He swung open the screen and I stepped into a small hall off the kitchen.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott