swivet

noun

ˈswi-vət How to pronounce swivet (audio)
Definition of swivetnext
as in panic
a state of nervous or irritated concern she's all in a swivet over the meeting

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Recent Examples of swivet The swivet in Kiel speaks to a nascent shift in the German view of China, especially since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — and not solely because of Beijing’s backing of Moscow. — Christopher F. Schuetze, New York Times, 10 May 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swivet
  1. panic
  2. huff
  3. sweat
  4. fuss
Noun
  • And the resulting panic about disorder was then exploited to enable still more dehumanizing.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Instead of panic, Shapero said employers should see their staff’s posts as free advertising.
    — Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of panic
Noun
  • Devers walked back to the dugout in a huff.
    — Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026
  • Not everyone feels the same way, however, and some progressive parents and staff are in a huff.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2026
Definition of huff
Noun
  • Sebum, sweat, dead skin cells, and product buildup can accumulate over time, which is why effective cleansing is an essential part of the scalp’s wellbeing.
    — Laura Sandroni, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The outerwear, pants, shorts, sweats and T-shirts are created from high-end materials but designed to be classic and quiet.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of sweat
Noun
  • Save as a collection on MyRecipes Pasta night is always a good idea—especially when dinner comes together with big flavor and minimal fuss.
    — Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2026
  • There’s something classic about a plate of buffalo wings in front of a TV playing football, and this gets you there without any fuss.
    — Danielle Bouchard, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of fuss

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“Swivet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swivet. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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