Dictionary definition for: Sway
1. (n) controlling influence
2. (v) move back and forth or sideways; "the ship was rocking" "the tall building swayed" "She rocked back and forth on her feet"
3. (n) pitching dangerously to one side
4. (v) move or walk in a swinging or swaying manner; "He swung back"
5. (v) win approval or support for; "Carry all before one" "His speech did not sway the voters"
6. (v) cause to move back and forth; "rock the cradle" "rock the baby" "the wind swayed the trees gently"
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