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
How do you avoid being swayed by market myths?
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
Before tech companies breathe a sigh of relief though, she hints she won't be swayed from her career-long mission of making the tech world safer.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 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
With each moment the crowd around us would swell, packing the nearby platforms, hanging over the edges, until the high structures groaned and swayed.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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