Writing Tip 164: “Fowl swoop” vs. “Foul Swoop” vs. “Fell Swoop”
Perhaps with birds of prey, you might have a “fowl swoop.” Perhaps with gangly young basketball players, you might have a “foul swoop.” But when you’re looking for what to call a sudden, swift action, “fell swoop” is the correct form. How many of you are writing this one right?More