swim upstream en · VERB
Pronunciation
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Meanings
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(idiomatic) To opt for a difficult course of action when a simpler or safer alternative is available; to make an unwise decision against sound advice.
I told my daughter to get her hair dyed at a salon, but she had to swim upstream and do it herself. Now it's a mess.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| swims upstream | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic | |
| swum upstream | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| swam upstream | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| swimming upstream | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic |