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[swɪŋ] (past tense and past participle swung [swʌŋ] ) verb [I/T] I
1) to move backwards and forwards from a point, or to make something move in this way
Swing your arms loosely at your sides.[/ex]
The rope bridge was swinging in the breeze.[/ex]
2) to move with a wide curving movement, or to make something move in this way
I swung the car into a narrow side street.[/ex]
The door swung shut with a loud bang.[/ex]
She swung round and stared angrily at us.[/ex]
3) to change from one emotion or condition to another that is very different
Public opinion has begun to swing the other way (= away from what it was before).[/ex]
II
noun [C]
swing [swɪŋ]
1) an attempt to hit someone or something
I clenched my fist and took a swing at him.[/ex]
2) a change from one emotion or condition to one that is very different
He suffers from severe mood swings.[/ex]
a swing away from traditional ideas of family life[/ex]
3) a seat that hangs from chains or ropes and moves backwards and forwards
•
get into the swing of sth — informal to become used to a new situation and feel confident that you can deal with it[/ex]
in full swing — at a very busy or active stage[/ex]
The party was in full swing when they arrived.[/ex]
swings and roundabouts — British informal used for describing a situation that has advantages and disadvantages[/ex]

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