swipe
Example Sentences
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But Jospin tripped up in his 2002 presidential rematch against Chirac, making a number of gaffes, including a swipe at his opponent's age that was seen as below the belt.
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
He celebrated the U.S. men’s hockey team, though he still had to take a swipe at the equally successful women’s team that skipped the speech.
From Salon • Feb. 25, 2026
“And if you are looking for a fun and short relationship, swipe left.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 14, 2026
People talk a lot about how it’s just a numbers game: You have to go on more dates, you have to swipe on more people.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026
With one sudden swipe, I send the tin flying away from us.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
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