swayed
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- unswayed adjective
Etymology
Origin of swayed
Example Sentences
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A Hansel-like puppet dressed in a frock made of leaves danced along to the song while fairy-like puppets made of brightly colored flowers swayed in circles around him.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
But the vibe coders wouldn’t be swayed, accusing the critics of “pearl clutching” and ignorance over the vast promise of AI.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
"She's a very clever player and she's proved herself as such and she's swayed everybody," Carson said.
From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026
It’s a big commitment and, honestly, I’m being swayed by my husband’s love for this home.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 21, 2026
The towering trees above them swayed stiffly against the rising wind.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
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