as in to exchange
to give up (something) and take something else in return
we swapped our other lawn mower for our neighbors' old snowblower
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as in exchange
a giving or taking of one thing of value in return for another
we made a swap: I'll do the dishes tonight and she'll do them for me tomorrow
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Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Simply use the attachment with its red, amber, and infrared lights for three minutes on each area of your face (such as your forehead, nasolabial folds, and so on) to help smooth and firm, then swap it out for the microcurrent head and slick on some conductive gel to start tightening and toning.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
Two days before the 1960 season opener, Lane dealt the cornerstone of his club’s lineup to the Detroit Tigers for Harvey Kuenn in a swap of the reigning home run champion for the reigning batting title winner.
—Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Name placards were swapped out and Jones’ gavel was removed.
—Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Simply use the attachment with its red, amber, and infrared lights for three minutes on each area of your face (such as your forehead, nasolabial folds, and so on) to help smooth and firm, then swap it out for the microcurrent head and slick on some conductive gel to start tightening and toning.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
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Library hosts cookie swap The Umatilla Public Library, 412 Hatfield Drive, will host a holiday cookie decorating activity at 2 p.m. Dec. 17.
—Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
Two days before the 1960 season opener, Lane dealt the cornerstone of his club’s lineup to the Detroit Tigers for Harvey Kuenn in a swap of the reigning home run champion for the reigning batting title winner.
—Zack Meisel, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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But Pacquiao, trying to look celebratory while actually looking exhausted and depleted, was a cautionary tale for any 40-year-old exchanging a thousand punches in 45 minutes with somebody about half his age.Bill Dwyre, Los Angeles Times, 22 Dec. 2024
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Buddy and his new pal lay on top of mailroom carts, intoxicated and exchanging banter — all of which was improvised.Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 20 Dec. 2024
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Stafford, 36, played 12 seasons for the Detroit Lions before he was traded to the Rams in 2021.Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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The Yankees have also signed left-handed ace Max Fried and traded for shutdown closer Devin Williams since Soto’s exit.Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 19 Dec. 2024
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
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Don't substitute shortening for butter or butter for shortening.Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Dec. 2024
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The bill would include a cost-of-living adjustment for members of Congress, which is not an entirely unwarranted provision given their pay has not changed since 2009, but sneaking it into a lame-duck bill was not necessary.The Editors, National Review, 19 Dec. 2024
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Besides the delivery time, consumer behavior has changed and evolved to value other delivery options associated with last-mile delivery.David Barberá Costarrosa, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Swap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swap. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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