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Present participle for to move in a turn, especially sharply or abruptly
“Floyd had to swerve to the right to avoid the log and remain on the highway.”
Present participle for to deviate from a straight line or direct course
“The airplane track then began to gradually swerve to the right of the extended runway centerline.”
Present participle for to change or cause to change direction
“On their return flight in the spring, there is a tendency to swerve westward, and at this time, they are occasionally abundant in eastern South Dakota.”
Present participle for to skim the surface of a body of water while moving at high speed
“She was jolted back to reality when the car began to swerve on the slippery county road.”
Present participle for to suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust
Present participle for to move aside or to and fro in a sudden or quick manner
Present participle for to move around or sideways unsteadily or suddenly
Present participle for to lose one's balance and stagger or lurch violently
Present participle for to lean or bend at an angle
The act of deflecting or something deflected
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