in full swing

Idioms and Phrases

Also, in full cry . In full operation, at the highest level of activity. For example, After the strike it would be some time before production was in full swing , or His supporters were out in full cry . The first expression, dating from the mid-1800s, alludes to the vigorous movement of a swinging body. The second employs full cry in the sense of “vigorous pursuit,” a usage dating from the late 1500s that may be dying out.

Example Sentences

Winter baseball is in full swing, and it’s going to be hard to find two better teams in California, if not the nation, than Corona and Orange Lutheran.

From Los Angeles Times

But in recent weeks, with the Big Ten slate in full swing, that late-game poise has waned, while mistakes have piled up.

From Los Angeles Times

As August comes to a close, pumpkin spice season is officially in full swing.

From Salon

The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is in full swing - with mass ascents, night glows - and even a proposal.

From BBC

He attended Palm Beach Junior College for a year, held a series of odd jobs, and in 1967 enlisted in the Army as the Vietnam War was in full swing.

From Los Angeles Times

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