The passengers swayed and jostled as the wagon bumped along.

Meaning: The people in the wagon were moving around a lot because the wagon was hitting bumps in the road.

Choice of Words: Swayed means to move from side to side. Jostled means to push or shake someone roughly. Bumped means to hit something hard with a sudden impact.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The wagon lurched forward, jolting the passengers.
• Finally, the wagon reached its destination, much to the relief of the passengers.
• The scenery flashed by as the wagon sped along.
• The clown fell down and bumped his head.
• The wagon swayed from side to side, threatening to tip over.
• The clumsy bear bumped into the tall oak tree.
• The wagon creaked and groaned under the heavy load.
• The wagon creaked and groaned under its heavy load.
• The train chugged along the tracks, carrying passengers to their destinations.
• The wagon wheels turned slowly, kicking up dust.