1. moved slowly back and forth or from side to side
Usage: past tense of sway
2. influenced or persuaded someone to change their opinion or decision
Usage: past tense of sway

Examples

• The tall grass swayed gently in the breeze.
• The old bridge swayed under the weight of the truck.
• Her passionate speech swayed the jury’s decision.
• He was easily swayed by his friends’ opinions.
• The trees swayed dangerously during the storm.
• The evidence swayed public opinion against the proposal.
• The dancer swayed gracefully to the music.