Synonyms for

Swooping

Verb / ˈswu:pɪŋ / Another word for swooping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Moving rapidly downward or forward through the air

Synonyms & similar words

swoopup pounce swoop diving plunging descending falling darting rushing speeding racing flying soaring gliding diving plunging darting wheeling circling hovering floating drifting bobbing

Example sentences

  1. The eagle is swooping down to catch its prey.
  2. The roller coaster is swooping down quickly.
  3. The airplane is swooping down to land.
  4. The helicopter is swooping in to rescue the stranded hikers.
  5. The bat is swooping around in the cave.

Quotes

  • The owl swoops down from the tree to catch its prey.
  • The superhero swoops in to save the day.
  • The eagle swoops down with precision and grace.

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