* In aeronautics, a swoop is a maneuver in which an aircraft descends rapidly and then levels off.
* In surfing, a swoop is a sudden maneuver in which the surfer turns the surfboard sharply and rides back to the shore.
* In basketball, a swoop is a type of shot in which the player jumps and shoots the ball in the same motion.
* In music, a swoop is a vocal technique that involves a sudden change in pitch.
* In finance, a swoop is a type of investment strategy in which an investor buys and sells stocks quickly to make a profit.