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Meaning of Sweep
According to Oxford Dictionary, "sweep" means to move something, especially your arm or a brush, in a wide, curving motion, often in order to clean or remove something.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "sweep" as to remove from a surface by or as if by a broom, or to clear or clean a surface by or as if by sweeping.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "sweep" means to clean a floor, surface, or area by moving a brush or other object across it, or to move something, especially your arm or a brush, in a wide, curving motion.
Example Uses
- The janitor will sweep the floor before the party to make sure it's clean.
- She swept her arm across the table, knocking over a glass of water.
- The wind swept through the valley, causing trees to sway.
- The new policy will sweep away outdated regulations and bring in new ones.
- The police swept the area, searching for any signs of the missing person.