Pronunciation: /sweɪɪŋ/
verb to move slowly back and forth or from side to side
A1 The tree was swaying in the wind.
A2 She was swaying back and forth to the music.
B1 The boat began swaying as the waves grew stronger.
B2 The tall grass was swaying gently in the breeze.
C1 The dancer's movements were graceful, swaying with precision.
C2 The branches of the willow tree were swaying elegantly in the evening light.
adjective showing a gentle movement from side to side
A1 The tree branches were swaying in the wind.
A2 She noticed the swaying motion of the boat as it rocked back and forth.
B1 The swaying palm trees provided a relaxing backdrop for the beach.
B2 The dancer moved gracefully, swaying to the rhythm of the music.
C1 The politician's speech had a swaying effect on the audience, convincing them to support his campaign.
C2 The artist captured the beauty of the swaying fields in his painting, showcasing the movement of nature.
formal The tall trees were swaying in the gentle breeze.
informal I could see the branches swaying back and forth.
slang The party was so lit, everyone was swaying to the music.
figurative Her emotions were swaying between excitement and fear.
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