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Definition of swing shift

swing shift

  • a work shift that takes place in the evening, usually from 4pm-midnight

    Last edited on Jul 26 2004. Submitted by Wendy W. from North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA on Jul 26 2004.

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