sideswipe
verb (used with object)
to scrape or hit with a sweeping stroke along the side.
sideswiping
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present participleof sideswipe.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Video posted to social media at the time appeared to show a Russian military vehicle sideswiping an American vehicle while at least two Russian helicopters flew overhead.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 15, 2023
From the start, Tan had Williams guessing and stretching, mixing often-exquisite drop shots with forays to the net; towering lobs with counterpunched backhand passing shots; sideswiping forehand slices with looped topspin.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 28, 2022
Two pickup trucks involved in the incident were pushed left toward the median, with one sideswiping the patrol vehicle and striking the Toyota, according to authorities.
From Fox News ● Dec. 2, 2021
The second police vehicle swerved, attempting to avoid the police vehicle in front of it, but ended up sideswiping it before crashing into the Camry.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 13, 2016
He defended himself by saying his move was just “a hockey play,” sort of like sideswiping a school bus is just “a driving maneuver.”
From New York Times ● Apr. 18, 2012
