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to sway
01
to slowly move back and forth or from side to side
Intransitive
Example
The branches of the willow tree swayed gently in the breeze.
The boat began to sway with the rhythm of the ocean waves.
02
to cause something to move gently back and forth or from side to side
Transitive: to sway sth
Example
The rhythmic music swayed the crowd, encouraging everyone to move in harmony on the dance floor.
The gentle breeze swayed the curtains in the open window.
03
to encourage someone to do or believe something
Transitive: to sway sb | to sway an opinion
Example
The passionate speaker hoped to sway the audience with compelling arguments.
The marketing team worked hard to sway consumers towards their brand.
Sway
01
the influence or control over someone or something
Example
The politician's powerful speeches held considerable sway over voters.
Economic factors often have a significant sway on consumer behavior.
02
pitching dangerously to one side
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