"Swagger" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Adjective: Showing proud and confident behavior, often in an annoying or unattractive way.
Example: "He walked in with a swagger, thinking he owned the place."
Noun: Confident or arrogant behavior, often accompanied by an air of superiority.
Example: "His swagger in the boardroom impressed the investors."
Verb: To walk or move with a confident or arrogant gait.
Example: "He swaggered in, flanked by his entourage."
In general, swagger refers to a sense of confidence or arrogance, often bordering on disrespect or entitlement. It can also imply a sense of power or superiority, but in an unpleasant or insufferable way.
Wrapping a baby tightly in a blanket or cloth to make it feel snug and secure, typically to help with sleep or for comfort.
Swaffham is a market town in Norfolk, England. The name "Swaffham" is derived from the Old English words "swāf" and "hām", meaning "dweller by the swans" or "swan home".