Swings moved back and forth smoothly.

Meaning: This sentence describes swings that are moving back and forth smoothly.

Choice of Words: Swings are a type of playground equipment that allows children to sit and move back and forth. Moved means to change position or location. Back means to the rear or opposite of a forward direction. And is a conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses. Forth means forward or onward. Smoothly means without any problems or difficulties.

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The swings swayed gently in the breeze.

Meaning: This means that the swings were moving back and forth in a gentle and smooth way because of the wind.

Choice of Words: Swayed is a verb that means to move gently back and forth or side to side. Gently means in a soft and smooth way. Breeze is a gentle wind.

The children pushed the swings higher and higher.

Meaning: This means that the children were using their feet to push the swings so that they would go higher and higher.

Choice of Words: Pushed is a verb that means to use force to move something in a particular direction. Higher and higher means to a greater height.

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