Vocabulary Entry

slew

|verb • noun

verb

To move or turn something quickly or sharply.

Example Sentences

"The driver had to slew the car to avoid hitting the tree."

"He slewed around to face his opponent."

"She slewed her head to get a better view of the stage."

noun

Example Sentences

"There was a slew of new applications submitted for the job."

"After the storm, a slew of debris was washed up on the shore."

"The report generated a slew of questions from the audience."