(of an affair or relationship) Not involving any commitment
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Moving backwards and forwards in a swinging motion
“The princess, who looked worried and quite frightened, clung for her dear life to the swinging branch.”
Fashionable and trendy
“The fashion entrepreneur Michael Pearce grappled with this question when he decided to relaunch Biba, the iconic swinging London label that defined the hippie era.”
Lively and spirited
“Set among peace-loving forest dwellers in the swinging 60s, the lively production even features a guest appearance by The King himself, Elvis.”
Hanging down or overhanging
Having or characterized by libidinously loose morals
Having the atmosphere, decoration, or attitude of a festival, holiday, or celebration
Occurring in turn repeatedly
(of an affair or relationship) Not involving any commitment
A rapid back-and-forth or side-to-side movement, especially in rhythm
An act of flapping something, typically a wing or arm, up and down or from side to side
Coming into possession of
“Party leaders expressed confidence in being able to swing the required votes once the bill finally is acted upon.”
Present participle for to move around, back and forth, or from side to side, while suspended or on an axis
“I could see the shed in the distance, and I watched in horror as the door began to swing shut.”
Present participle for to move back and forth repeatedly and somewhat loosely
“I take a deep breath, straighten my tie, step up onto my desk, swing the flag around a few times, and begin to sing.”
Present participle for to move in, or lead to, a different direction
“Just west of here, a small road will swing off the main highway, carrying you around the full perimeter of the peninsula.”
Present participle for to shift from one opinion, mood, or state of affairs to another
“Journalists today, more than ever before, attempt to swing public opinion and thereby change the course of conflicts with their writing.”
Present participle for to hit or strike with a sweeping motion
“As the two men dash at each other, both of them swing at each other and counter the other's attack.”
Present participle for to walk or move casually, or with a rhythmic swaying gait
“John Marston decided to quickly swing over towards Abigail to see if she needed some help.”
Present participle for to contend with (something), usually in an effective manner
“How are you going to swing two jobs and still find time to study?”
Present participle for to have enough money to pay for
“Get your financial house in order before attempting to buy a house. Make sure you can swing that mortgage.”
Present participle for to move or jolt around unsteadily or abruptly
Present participle for to swing indecisively from one course of action or opinion to another
Present participle for to physically rise and fall rhythmically or spasmodically
Present participle for to walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall
Present participle for to arrange or organize for an outcome, especially through negotiation
Present participle for to feel favorably disposed towards someone or something
Present participle for to hang or suspend in an elevated position
(of a person) Present participle for to move in a quick and lively way
Present participle for to philander or have an affair
Present participle for to carry out a task, especially one that requires a degree of ability or skill
Present participle for to devise or contrive of (something) using skill or ingenuity
Present participle for to gain influence by corrupt means or intimidation
Present participle for to go on a voyage or journey
Present participle for to devote effort to something
Present participle for to eventuate or turn out, especially based on expectations
Present participle for to administer, implement, or carry out
Present participle for to make, or cause to make, a sudden forward movement
Present participle for to carry to another place by lifting
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