eagle swoops

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

To move rapidly downwards through the air, especially to attack prey.

eagleeagle + VERB

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swoop

Examples (10)

  • We watched in awe as the majestic eagle swooped down to catch a fish from the river.
  • The eagle will swoop from the cliff the moment it spots movement below.
  • A nature documentary perfectly captured a bald eagle swooping towards its unsuspecting prey.
  • With incredible speed, the eagle swoops down, its talons extended.
  • Hikers were thrilled to see an eagle swoop gracefully over the canyon.
  • A young eagle must learn precisely when to swoop to be a successful hunter.
  • The shadow of the swooping eagle passed over us as it descended.
  • Suddenly, without a sound, the eagle swooped, snatching a snake from the ground.
  • An eagle can swoop at breathtaking speeds, making it a formidable predator.
  • Have you ever seen an eagle swoop in real life?