Example Sentences

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But his stunning effort swerved ferociously and crashed into the top corner past Alisson's full-stretch dive.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Clayton testified that Erickson told him that he and Grossman were “flying down” Triunfo Canyon Road when he swerved to avoid two boys in the crosswalk.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

In 2025, however, she surprised fans by dropping a third album, Pressure, which swerved away from smooth pop grooves to a grittier rock sound.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The driver of the pickup truck then tried to edge off to the side of the road, Budensiek said, and Woods swerved to avoid a collision.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Wolf swerved to investigate something, and Torak was instantly alert.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver