godan verb (-su), transitive verb
Physically swinging or waving an object, often in a wide or uncontrolled manner.
彼は棒を振り回して暴れた。
He rampaged, swinging a stick around.
子供がおもちゃの剣を振
The child is brandishing a toy sword.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
show off; flaunt; display arrogantly
Metaphorical use: flaunting one's knowledge, authority, or ability in a way that bothers others.
彼はいつも知識を振り回して、周りをうんざりさせる。
He always shows off his knowledge and annoys everyone around him.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
abuse (power); throw one's weight around
Using one's authority or power in an overbearing or arbitrary way.
上司が権力を振り回して、部下に無理な命令を出す。
The boss abuses his authority and gives unreasonable orders to his subordinates.
godan verb (-su), transitive verb
manipulate; toy with; lead around by the nose
Controlling or manipulating a person, often by exploiting their emotions or indecisiveness.
彼女は彼の気持ちを振り回してばかりいる。
She is always toying with his feelings.