as in to hang
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the days of endless worrying had taken their toll, and the old woman's face swagged with exhaustion
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Recent Examples of swag
Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Other jeans were decorated with swags of crystals and embroidery.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
Every nook and cranny of our favorite northern California town is swagged out with lights, bows, bunting, mistletoe, and, of course, good cheer.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 30 Nov. 2023
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Noun
Virtual participants will receive a runner kit delivered to their door, which includes a personalized virtual bib, race-day swag, and a commemorative finisher’s medal.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
Other jeans were decorated with swags of crystals and embroidery.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
Verb
The results were revelations for each participant: Lorde had never sounded so down to earth; Robyn had never been this swagged out.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 17 Dec. 2024
Every nook and cranny of our favorite northern California town is swagged out with lights, bows, bunting, mistletoe, and, of course, good cheer.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 30 Nov. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for swag
Noun
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Changes like these have led some consumers to question whether the potential to capture loot is worth the upfront cost.—
Jeff John Roberts,
Fortune,
30 Mar. 2026
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And sticky fingers in California are stretching out to get some of the management fees for handling the loot.—
Susan Shelley,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The video also shows a massive American flag hanging down from the center of the tower.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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The most disturbing figure is a blond mannequin who seems to be hanging herself with a mirror instead of a noose.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Critics contend the industry plunders distressed companies, leading to downsizing and cost-cutting that hurts local communities, though other research has pushed back on that reputation.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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The militia had first interrogated the Delaware and Mohican about the location of their material possessions before killing them to ensure a successful plunder of pewter, tea sets, furs, and clothing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Potential risks include botulism (a medical emergency), spread of the toxin beyond the injection site, drooping eyelids and other harmful reactions.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Its owner is a charismatic cowboy over 6 feet tall with slightly drooping jowls and bright blue eyes, a community fixture and something of a local legend.—
Shi En Kim,
AZCentral.com,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The spa The 57-foot-long underground pool is a treasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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This Italian city has innumerable artistic treasures, these 25 paintings among them.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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James Madison used a sagging zone defense in the paint or a double-team on Strack in an attempt to slow down the Wildcats, but that left Strack’s teammates open for easy shots.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2026
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Release, for contouring and pressure relief; and Adaptive, to keep the bed from sagging.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
19 Mar. 2026
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