to swagger
Third Person
swaggers
Present Participle
swaggering
Past Tense
swaggered
Past Participle
swaggered
1
to walk in a confident and often exaggerated way that shows off pride
- He swaggered into the room like he owned the place.
- They swagger through the hallways as if they're untouchable.
- The boxer swaggered to the ring, radiating confidence.
- The pirate swaggered across the deck, boots thudding with each step.
- She swaggered past her classmates after winning the debate.
2
to behave arrogantly or with excessive self-confidence
- The politician swaggered in interviews, dismissing opposing views.
- The team captain swaggered, claiming victory before the game ended.
- They swaggered through the debate, overestimating their own arguments.
- He swaggered in social situations, annoying his friends with his arrogance.
- He swaggered about his wealth and connections.
3
to intimidate someone through threats, domineering behavior, or a show of force
- The gang swaggered at the newcomers to assert dominance.
- He tried to swagger his way into getting what he wanted.
- Bullies often swagger to frighten classmates into submission.
- The manager swaggered to enforce strict rules on the team.
- His attempt to swagger failed when no one paid attention to his threats.