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swag it out

C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words

To get through something hard while still looking and acting cool and confident.

Literal meaning: To swag (present oneself stylishly) all the way through (it).

Meanings

1 C1 idiomatic slang

To endure or push through a difficult or uncomfortable situation while maintaining a cool, confident attitude.

"The power went out during his set, but he just swag it out and kept freestyling until the lights came back on."

Grammar: inseparable
2 C1 idiomatic slang

To demonstrate one's style or coolness in a sustained, impressive way during an event or encounter.

"She walked into that job interview and just swag it out — totally calm, totally confident."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Contemporary urban slang, primarily in African-American English and hip-hop culture, with wide uptake in youth culture broadly. 'Swag' refers to a confident, stylish self-presentation. The phrase blends the idea of enduring difficulty with projecting cool indifference. Common in social media and casual conversation among younger speakers.

Commonly used with

situation haters drama competition life style

Forms

Base
swag it out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
swags it out
he/she/it
Past simple
swaged it out
yesterday
Past participle
swaged it out
have + pp
-ing form
swaging it out
continuous

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