The elephant's tail swished back and forth as it ran.

Meaning: The elephant's long tail moved quickly from side to side as it ran.

Choice of Words: The tail of an elephant is long and muscular, while swished suggests a quick and forceful movement.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The cat's tail swished back and forth curiously.
• The cat's tail swished back and forth.
• The cat's tail swished back and forth gracefully.
• The cat's tail swished back and forth as it walked.
• The cat's tail swished back and forth in contentment.
• The puppy happily wagged its tail back and forth.
• The cat's tail flicked back and forth.
• The cat's tail flicked back and forth in contentment.
• The players ran back and forth.
• Players ran back and forth on the field.