swing about

• Sich schnell und energisch bewegen oder drehen, oft schwungvoll oder unkontrolliert; kann auch einen plötzlichen Richtungs- oder Meinungswechsel bedeuten.

To move or turn around quickly and energetically, often in a sweeping or uncontrolled manner; can also refer to changing direction or opinion abruptly.

1. Move or turn quicklyB2informal

   To move or turn around quickly and often with force.

   Sich schnell umdrehen

   • He swung about when he heard his name called.
   • The car swung about on the icy road.
   • She swung about to face her opponent.

2. Change direction or opinionB2informal

   To suddenly change direction, opinion, or mood.

   Richtung oder Meinung plötzlich ändern

   • The wind swung about and started blowing from the north.
   • His mood swung about from happy to angry in seconds.
   • The public opinion swung about after the new evidence was revealed.