swashbuckle
Americanverb (used without object)
Etymology
Origin of swashbuckle
First recorded in 1895–1900; back formation from swashbuckler
Example Sentences
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Sterling K. Brown, an executive producer, plays Medwin, a character much expanded from the novel, the unofficial mayor of the Black community who will swashbuckle in when a day needs to be saved.
From Los Angeles Times
Intrigue abounds, not least over whether England can swashbuckle their way to success against an Australian bowling attack that is pound-for-pound the best on the planet.
From BBC
As well as being an actor, Bryon has previously written for the children's TV shows Rastamouse, Swashbuckle and Apple Tree House.
From BBC
Abrams said audiences should expect “great, daring swashbuckle fun” as Rey, Poe and Finn team together, a “moving” story and even “horror” at times.
From Reuters
There’s every kind of swashbuckle flair to this Nats plan.
From Washington Post
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