swing a baton

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A drum major(ette) moving a baton in a rhythmic, often circular motion.

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Examples (10)

  • The drum major proudly swings his baton to start the parade.
  • She practiced for hours, learning to swing the baton with grace.
  • Look at the majorette swinging her baton high in the air!
  • He swung the baton in a perfect arc, signaling a turn.
  • To be a drum major, you must know how to swing a baton rhythmically.
  • Her job is to march ahead of the band and swing a large baton.
  • The young girl dreamed of one day swinging a baton in the big city parade.
  • He was taught to swing his baton firmly and with confidence.
  • While the band played, she swung her baton in time with the music.
  • "Now, swing the baton to the left on the next beat," instructed the coach.