swing about

• Se déplacer ou pivoter rapidement et avec énergie, souvent de manière ample ou incontrôlée ; peut aussi signifier un changement brusque de direction ou d'avis.

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.

   tournoyer

   • 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.

   changer de direction ou d'avis

   • 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.