Example Sentences

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Americans are swiveling their heads between Iran and Venezuela and wondering what the turmoil in these countries means for the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Across from her waterbed, she has a research library, complete with a swiveling ladder, full of fashion books.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 9, 2025

I looked like an owl, my head swiveling on my neck, trying to take it all in.

From Slate • Nov. 3, 2024

Colli, 76, liked swiveling in a chair to get a panoramic view.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2024

I kick a piece of balled-up loose-leaf paper as if it’s a soccer ball, working on swiveling my feet around the front as I go.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina