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Present participle for to substitute (two items) for each other
“The two of us decided this was a good time to switch roles where he would be the hoist operator, and I would be the swimmer.”
Present participle for to change the emphasis, direction, or focus of
“Eventually, I managed to switch the conversation to them and their lives.”
Present participle for to move jerkily from side to side or up and down
“I've seen horses that would switch their tails just from being tied, and I've had colts that would switch their tails when you went to halter break them.”
Present participle for to lash or strike repeatedly, especially with a long pliable instrument
“When you get there, just switch the horse under the left ear, and beg him to be off home.”
Present participle for to strike or hit repeatedly
“If this Westford farmer had possessed and used the newly patented cow's tail-holder, the cow would not have been able to switch him in the face.”
Present participle for to cause (two or more things) to exchange places
Present participle for to exert a modifying or controlling influence on
Present participle for to toggle something, such as a switch
Present participle for to change the emphasis, direction, or focus of
Present participle for to turn, move or face in another direction
Present participle for to move (someone or something) from one place to another
Present participle for to change from breastfeeding to feeding solid food
Present participle for to perform a role in place of another player
The act of whipping or being whipped
The act or process of swapping or replacing one thing for another
A shift or exchange of one thing with another
Reversal of positions or responsibilities, often in a social or hierarchical context
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