swerve
UK/swә:v/US
IELTSGREC2
Definitions
v.
To turn or change direction suddenly, especially to avoid a collision; to deviate from a course or principle.
突然转向，急转弯；偏离（原则或方向）
n.
A sudden sharp turn or change of direction.
突然转向，急转弯
Root Breakdown
Native Englishswerveother
=swerve
Common Collocations
- 1.swerve to avoid急转以避开
- 2.swerve off the road偏离道路
- 3.sudden swerve突然转向
- 4.[swerve from one's principles]偏离原则
Example Sentences
- 1.
The driver swerved sharply to avoid hitting the dog on the road.
- 2.
She never swerved from her commitment to honesty, even under pressure.
- 3.
The cyclist swerved around the pothole and nearly lost his balance.