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SWERVE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Swerve.

How to pronounce swerve:

US

Swerve - as a noun

The act of turning aside suddenly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
swervingveering

An erratic deflection from an intended course

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
yaw

Swerve - as a verb

Turn sharply; change direction abruptly

Example: "The car cut to the left at the intersection"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
curvecutsheerslewsluetrendveer
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
turn
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The driver made a sudden swerve to avoid hitting the deer."
"His car spun out of control after a swerve on the icy road."
"She narrowly missed the cyclist with a quick swerve to the left."
"The motorcycle's swerve caused it to crash into a tree."
"The soccer player's swerve shot curved perfectly into the goal."
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Word Game Points

Is SWERVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, swerve is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SWERVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is SWERVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, swerve is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SWERVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is SWERVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, swerve is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SWERVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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