General
swerve it
What does swerve it mean?
An instruction to steer clear of something.
"That pub's full of trouble, let's swerve it."
Origin
Extended form of 'swerve', to avoid.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'swerve it' mean?
It's an instruction to avoid something or steer clear of it, as if swerving out of the way.
How do you use 'swerve it'?
Use it when advising someone to avoid a place, person or situation, as in 'That pub's full of trouble, let's swerve it.'
Where does 'swerve it' come from?
It's an extended form of the slang verb 'swerve', meaning to dodge or avoid, common in British usage.
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