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swimmer

American  
[swim-er] / ˈswɪm ər /

noun

  1. a person or thing that swims.


Example Sentences

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A frothy white water splash suggests the presence — and momentary absence — of the swimmer now submerged in cool water.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

Klugo’s parents — Karen, a former tennis player in high school, and his father, a Penn State swimmer — each carried the genes that could lead to hearing loss.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Under the blazing Vegas sun, giant billboards advertise "Live Enhanced" as the baritone voice of a sports announcer pretends to introduce British swimmer Ben Proud and other athletes.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

That time has since been surpassed by a swimmer competing clean.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

He’d said he was a good swimmer, hadn’t he?

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack

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