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as in to flick
to move from side to side or up and down with quick jerky motions
the horse's tail swishes after every jump
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as in stylish
being in the latest or current fashion
a trendy boutique filled with swish accessories for the urban fashionista
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Examples of swish in a Sentence
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Bill Livingston, cleveland.com, 8 May 2017
The icing on the cake was the little details that matter: the follow through, the curling down of fingers, the backspin, the holding of the follow through — and of course, the swish.
—Mirin Fader, Orange County Register, 1 Feb. 2017
Matt Fuchs, TIME, 15 Aug. 2024
Original art nouveau elements have been thoughtfully reflected in its contemporary renovations, with the black and white marble floor, curved timber panelling and swish seating all setting the scene.
—Julia O'Driscoll, The Week Uk, theweek, 25 July 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2023
In it, a Spanish couple moves into a swish neighbourhood in the Barcelona hills to ensure the best upbringing for their children.
—Pablo Sandoval, Variety, 28 June 2023
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Noun
The swish was almost inevitable from the area of the court that is his sweet spot.
—Bill Livingston, cleveland.com, 8 May 2017
The icing on the cake was the little details that matter: the follow through, the curling down of fingers, the backspin, the holding of the follow through — and of course, the swish.
—Mirin Fader, Orange County Register, 1 Feb. 2017
Verb
Myth #4: Oil pulling beats brushing and flossing Another coconut oil myth is that swishing it around the mouth is better for oral health than standard dental practices.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 15 Aug. 2024
Original art nouveau elements have been thoughtfully reflected in its contemporary renovations, with the black and white marble floor, curved timber panelling and swish seating all setting the scene.
—Julia O'Driscoll, The Week Uk, theweek, 25 July 2024
Adjective
The swish dopp kits, which are filled with the latest skincare products and fragrances, will be provided exclusively to first- and business-class passengers on select routes and long-haul flights.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2023
In it, a Spanish couple moves into a swish neighbourhood in the Barcelona hills to ensure the best upbringing for their children.
—Pablo Sandoval, Variety, 28 June 2023
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“Swish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swish. Accessed 30 Oct. 2024.
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