noun
A US state where both major political parties have similar levels of support, making it competitive in elections. Often used in political news. Japanese synonym: 激戦州.
See also: 激戦州
大統領選では、フロリダやペンシルベニアなどのスイングステートが勝敗を左右する。
In the presidential election, swing states like Florida and Pennsylvania determine the outcome.
The candidate is focusing on rallies in swing states.