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to swing
01
houpat se, kmitat
to move or make something move from one side to another while suspended
Intransitive
Transitive: to swing sb/sth
Příklady
The pendulum clock swung back and forth with a rhythmic tick-tock.
Kyvadlové hodiny se houpaly sem a tam s rytmickým tikotem.
As the ship sailed through the waves, the lanterns on the deck swung with the motion of the sea.
Když loď plula vlnami, lucerny na palubě se houpaly s pohybem moře.
02
mávat, udeřit
to strike or target something using a sweeping motion, typically with the arm
Transitive: to swing a handled implement
Příklady
The tennis player skillfully swung the racket, sending the ball over the net.
Tenisový hráč obratně zamával raketou a poslal míč přes síť.
In the heat of the battle, the knight swung his sword, aiming to strike down his opponent.
V žáru bitky rytíř mávl svým mečem, s cílem srazit svého protivníka.
03
změnit, přimět změnit
to shift or cause to shift from one opinion, mood, etc. to another
Transitive: to swing a opinion or perception
Příklady
The passionate speech by the activist managed to swing public opinion in favor of environmental conservation.
Vášnivý projev aktivisty dokázal změnit veřejné mínění ve prospěch ochrany životního prostředí.
The turn of events during the debate swung the audience's support from one candidate to the other.
Obrat událostí během debaty přesunul podporu publika od jednoho kandidáta k druhému.
04
zmanipulovat, získat
to succeed in achieving or getting something, particularly in a dishonest way
Transitive: to swing an achievement
Příklady
The cunning politician managed to swing the vote in his favor.
Lstivý politik dokázal ovlivnit hlasování ve svůj prospěch.
Despite the regulations, the clever entrepreneur found a way to swing the contract.
Navzdory předpisům chytrý podnikatel našel způsob, jak získat smlouvu.
05
houpát se, swingovat
(of music) to be performed or played with a distinctive rhythmic feel characterized by a lively, propulsive groove
Intransitive
Příklady
The quartet jammed in the garage, letting the music swing organically.
Kvarteto jamovalo v garáži a nechalo hudbu organicky swingovat.
When the trumpet player took the lead, the entire band followed suit, causing the music to swing effortlessly.
Když trumpetista převzal vedení, celá kapela následovala, což způsobilo, že hudba bez námahy swingovala.
06
houpat se, kmitat
to move or walk with a rhythmic and swaying motion
Intransitive
Příklady
The dancer effortlessly swung across the stage.
Tanečník se bez námahy houpal po jevišti.
As the jazz band played, couples on the dance floor began to swing.
Zatímco jazzová kapela hrála, páry na tanečním parketu začaly houpání.
07
houpat, kmitat
to move or propel in a curving, pendulum-like motion, often smoothly and with a sense of ease
Transitive: to swing sth
Příklady
She swung her arms gracefully as she walked down the runway.
Kývala pažemi půvabně, když kráčela po molu.
In the playground, the girl swung her legs back and forth on the swing.
Na hřišti houpala dívka nohy sem a tam na houpačce.
08
houpat se, hrát se swingu
to perform music with a fluid and rhythmically expressive style
Intransitive
Příklady
The jazz pianist began to swing, infusing the melody with a playful and improvisational rhythm.
Jazzový pianista začal swingovat, vnášel do melodie hravý a improvizační rytmus.
As the drummer picked up the tempo, the entire band started to swing.
Jak bubeník zvyšoval tempo, celá kapela začala swing.
09
houpat se, kmitat
to be suspended from a support and move freely in a pendulum-like manner
Intransitive
Příklady
The wind chimes swung in the garden, their melodious tones filling the air as they hung freely.
Zvonkohry se houpaly v zahradě, jejich melodické tóny naplňovaly vzduch, zatímco volně visely.
The monkey in the jungle effortlessly swung from branch to branch.
Opice v džungli se bez námahy houpala z větve na větev.
10
oživit, vibrovat
to be in a state of liveliness, excitement, and modernity
Intransitive
Příklady
The new nightclub aims to swing, offering a vibrant atmosphere with the latest music and entertainment.
Nový noční klub má za cíl houpat se, nabízející živou atmosféru s nejnovější hudbou a zábavou.
The city 's art scene continues to swing, showcasing cutting-edge exhibits.
Umělecká scéna města stále žije, představuje špičkové výstavy.
11
vyměňovat, swingovat
to engage in consensual, non-monogamous activities involving the exchange of partners
Intransitive
Příklady
The adventurous couple decided to swing and explore the dynamics of the swinging lifestyle.
Dobrodružný pár se rozhodl swingovat a prozkoumat dynamiku swingerského životního stylu.
Some individuals choose to swing as a way to explore their sexual boundaries.
Někteří jedinci se rozhodnou swingovat jako způsob, jak prozkoumat své sexuální hranice.
Swing
01
a play device that supports a person moving back and forth
Příklady
The children spent the afternoon on the playground swing.
She pushed him gently on the swing.
02
swing, swingová hudba
a form of jazz characterized by its lively rhythms, syncopated beats, and emphasis on improvisation, notably popularized in the 1930s and 1940s
Příklady
The jazz band played a lively swing that had the audience tapping their feet and swaying to the rhythm.
Jazzová kapela zahrála živý swing, který přiměl publikum tleskat nohama a houpat se do rytmu.
As the evening progressed, the dance floor filled with couples twirling and spinning to the infectious swing.
Jak večer postupoval, taneční parket se plnil páry, které se točily a vířily v nakažlivém rytmu swingu.
03
swing, swingový tanec
a lively and energetic style of dance characterized by rhythmic movements, spins, turns, and coordinated footwork
Příklady
The dance floor came alive with the infectious rhythm of swing, as couples twirled and spun to the upbeat tunes of the jazz band.
Taneční parket ožil nakažlivým rytmem swingu, zatímco páry se točily a otáčely k veselým melodiím jazzové kapely.
Swing enthusiasts crowded the dance floor, joyfully twirling and spinning to the infectious rhythm of the music.
Nadšenci swingu zaplnili taneční parket, radostně se točili a otáčeli v rytmu nakažlivé hudby.
04
a broad, sweeping blow, stroke, or motion, typically with an arm, weapon, or object
Příklady
The boxer 's swing missed his opponent entirely.
The knight 's swing of the sword was precise and deadly.
05
a noticeable shift from one opinion, position, or state to another
Příklady
There has been a swing in public opinion toward renewable energy.
The political swing in the last election surprised analysts.
06
movement from one place or position to another by shifting back and forth or oscillating
Příklady
The gate has a swing that allows it to open both ways.
The pendulum 's swing regulates the clock's timing.
07
a state of sustained, vigorous, and characteristic activity, often showing momentum or rhythm
Příklady
The team is in a good swing after several consecutive wins.
Once she got into her swing, the work flowed easily.
08
švih, úder
the act of a batter attempting to hit the ball with the bat in baseball
Příklady
He took a powerful swing at the pitch but missed.
Udělal silný švih na pálce, ale minul.
She adjusted her swing to hit the curve.
Upravila svůj švih, aby zasáhla křivku.
09
švih, pohyb
the action of hitting the golf ball with the club
Příklady
His swing is smooth and controlled.
Jeho švih je plynulý a kontrolovaný.
She practiced her swing for hours.
Cvičila svůj švih celé hodiny.
10
a lively, jaunty, or syncopated rhythm in music, especially jazz
Příklady
The band played a classic swing that made everyone dance.
Jazz music relies heavily on swing rhythms.
Lexikální Strom
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