sudden swerve
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An abrupt, unexpected change of direction.
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- The driver made a sudden swerve to avoid hitting the pedestrian.
- In a sudden swerve, the cyclist managed to avoid the pothole.
- The police report detailed the car's sudden swerve into oncoming traffic.
- We felt a sudden swerve as the bus took a sharp turn.
- The deer's sudden swerve caused the driver to brake hard.
- A sudden swerve of the steering wheel was all it took to avoid the accident.
- The rally driver is known for his ability to perform a sudden swerve at high speeds.
- The sudden onset of icy conditions led to a sudden swerve by many vehicles.
- The unexpected obstacle forced a sudden swerve from the lead car.
- Witnesses described the sudden swerve that preceded the collision.