Swings example sentences
Related (4): pendulum, fluctuations, seesaw, sling
swing
verb
swings (third person present)
- move or cause to move back and forth or from side to side while suspended or on an axis:
- be executed by hanging:
- turn (a ship or aircraft) to all compass points in succession, in order to test compass error.
- move by grasping a support from below and leaping:
- move quickly around to the opposite direction:
- move with a rhythmic swaying gait:
- move or cause to move in a smooth, curving line:
- bring down (something held) with a curving movement, typically in order to hit an object:
- attempt to hit or punch, typically with a wide curving movement of the arm:
- throw (a punch) with a swinging movement:
- shift or cause to shift from one opinion, mood, or state of affairs to another:
- have a decisive influence on (something, especially a vote or election):
- succeed in bringing about:
- play music with an easy flowing but vigorous rhythm:
- (of music) be played with an easy flowing but vigorous rhythm.
- (of an event, place, or way of life) be lively, exciting, or fashionable.
- engage in group sex or swap sexual partners within a group, especially on a habitual basis.
- a seat suspended by ropes or chains, on which someone may sit and swing back and forth.
- a spell of swinging on a seat suspended by ropes or chains.
- an act of swinging:
- the manner in which a golf club or a bat is swung:
- the motion of swinging:
- a discernible change in opinion:
- a style of jazz or dance music with an easy flowing but vigorous rhythm.
- the rhythmic feeling or drive of swing music.
- a swift tour involving a number of stops, especially one undertaken as part of a political campaign.
- (in musical theater) an understudy, typically one who covers multiple roles in the chorus of a particular production.
Synonyms
sway, oscillate, wave, wag, dangle, rock, flutter, flap, vibrate, quiver, brandish, flourish, wield, raise, shake, twirl, stride, march, sweep, stroll, sashay, change, fluctuate, oscillate, waver, alternate, vary, shift, alter, undulate, accomplish, achieve, obtain, acquire, get, secure, net, win, earn, attain, bag, capture, grab, hook, maneuver, wangle, land, work, nab, collar, swaying, oscillation, undulation, wagging, wobble, libration, sweep, wave, roll, shake, movement, oscillation, undulation, change, move, turnaround, turnabout, reversal, swerve, backtracking, tergiversation, trend, tendency, drift, movement, current, course, fluctuation, shift, switch, variation, oscillation, stability, rhythm, beat, pulse, cadence, pace, measure, meter, tempo, lilt, groove, Legal"Swings" Example Sentences
1. The children played on the swings at the park.
2. She swung high on the wooden swings as a child.
3. The porch swings swayed gently in the breeze.
4. The mood swings were difficult to deal with.
5. The pendulum swung back and forth.
6. The door swung open with a creak.
7. His behavior swung from overly sunny to darkly depressed.
8. The stock market swings wildly.
9. The crowd swung their glow sticks to the music.
10. The hammock gently swung between the trees.
11. The guitar player swung his guitar around his neck.
12. The gymnast swung around the rings.
13. The clock swung slowly with the motion of the ship.
14. The cat swung from tree branch to tree branch.
15. The bats swung their wooden bats at the ball.
16. The tiger swung from vine to vine in the jungle.
17. The horse swung its metal shoes as it cantered across the field.
18. The elephant swung its long trunk from side to side.
19. The boxer swung a hook at his opponent.
20. The bell swung back and forth making a clanging sound.
21. She swung her legs as she sat on the high counter stool.
22. The monkey swung from the chandelier.
23. The weather alternately swung between hot and cold.
24. The con artist alternated between swinging praise and insults.
25. The plane swung into its final approach for landing.
26. The wide door swung open on rusty hinges.
27. The lantern swung from the tree branch, casting eerie shadows.
28. The fan swung lazily above her head..
29. The breeze swings the hanging plants gently.
30. The cowboy swung himself onto the horse.
31. The pirate swung across the canyon on a rope.
32. The tire swing hung from the large oak tree.
33. The pendulum swung back and forth counting the seconds.
34. The beach swing hung between two palm trees.
35. She swung her head from side to side, disagreeing.
36. The rope swing hung over the fast-running stream.
37. The conversation swung from politics to the weather.
38. The ship swung at anchor awaiting orders.
39. The monkey swung by its tail from the tree.
40. The school bus door swung open with a hiss of air brakes.
41. The cat swung a paw at the bird.
42. The knife swung down chopping the vegetables.
43. The debate swung back and forth between two sides.
44. The compass needle swung in response to the magnetic field.
45. The pub door swung open letting in a rush of cold air.
46. The lights swung on their chains above the stage.
47. The cow swung its tail at the bothersome flies.
48. The pub door swung closed behind them.
49. The poltergeist swung the hanging lamp back and forth.
50. The wrecking ball swung in an arc towards the building.
51. The soldier swung his rucksack onto his back.
52. The debate swung furiously back and forth.
53. The axe swung through the air and embedded in the stump.
54. The discussion swung wildly off topic.
55. The cornered animal swung its claws.
56. The stock market continues to swing wildly.
57. The injured arm swung uselessly at her side.
58. The rope swing swung out over the lake.
59. The debate swings between two alternatives.
60. The disc jockey swung his headphones around his neck.
Common Phases
1. The child played on the swing set in the backyard.
2. She pumped her legs as she swings higher and higher.
3. The child swung back and forth on the playground swings.
4. Her blonde hair swings behind her as she goes up and over the bar.
5. The monkey swings from branch to branch in the trees.
6. The pendulum swings from side to side.
7. The bat swings and connects with the ball with a loud crack.
8. His mood swings wildly from happy to sad and back again.
9. The tire swings on the rope that is attached to the tree limb.
10. The woman swings the golf club and hits the ball down the fairway.
11. The bell swings as the church door opens.
12. The hammock gently swings in the breeze.
13. He swings the axe and splits the log in two.
14. The wrecking ball swings and knocks down the old factory wall.
15. The watch pendulum swings back and forth.
16. She swings the tennis racket and returns the ball across the net.
17. The stock market swings up and down daily.
18. The lineman swings from the crane as he works on fixing the power lines.
19. The cat stretches and swings lazily before curling up for her nap.
20. The trapeze artist swings high into the air before catching the next bar.
21. The fan blades swing as they rotate.
22. His mood swings from elated to depressed in an instant.
23. The door swings open with a creak.
24. The fan swings in front of the open window on a hot summer day.
25. The girl swings higher and higher as her father pushes her on the swing set.
26. The bridal veil swings in the gentle breeze as she walks down the aisle.
27. The clock pendulum swings back and forth marking the seconds.
28. The compass needle swings and points north.
29. The shutter swings and clicks with each exposure.
30. The gallant knight swings his sword and defeats the dragon.
31. The fighter swings his fists wildly at his opponent.
32. The Ferris wheel swings back and forth as it spins.
33. The heavy bag swings on its chain as the boxer punches it.
34. The chandelier swings gently in response to the slightest movement.
35. She swings her legs over the edge of the dock and dips her toes in the water.
36. The plane gently swings as it taxis down the runway.
37. The pendulum swings to and fro with a hypnotic motion.
38. The wrecking ball swings and smashes into the old abandoned factory.
39. The cowboy swings into the saddle and rides off into the sunset.
40. The tower lightly swings in the evening breeze.
41. The free weights swing from the cable machine as he works out.
42. The mouse swings on the rope that hangs from the ceiling.
43. The debate swings back and forth with no clear winner.
44. The loose shutter swings and bangs against the side of the old house.
45. The hand on the clock swings past each number.
46. The wind swings the rope swing faster and faster.
47. The bandanna swings from his neck as he rides his horse across the range.
48. His mood swings like a pendulum from one extreme to another.
49. The crowbar swings into the door jamb and forces it open.
50. The old country porch swing gently swings as they sit and talk.
51. The windmill swings in the wind as it pumps the well.
52. The lamp swings and sways in response to the earthquake.
53. The rower swings his oar through the water in a smooth motion.
54. The boat swings from side to side as it cuts through the waves.
55. He swings his legs over the saddle and rides into town.
56. The lights swings back and forth casting eerie shadows.
57. The lantern swings from the branch above their heads.
58. The boat swings gently on its mooring as the tide comes in.
59. The opinion of the crowd swings one way then the other.
60. The fan blades swings and blows a cool breeze into the room.