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as in to flow
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
the wind swept across the plain without respite
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as in to curve
to turn away from a straight line or course
from this point the mountain range sweeps to the northeast and extends into the next state
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as in scope
an area over which activity, capacity, or influence extends
Mrs. Griswold has been a teacher for so long that the sweep of her influence extends across three generations of the townspeople
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as in to eradicate
to destroy all traces of
some priceless works of literature were swept away when the library at Alexandria burned
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Recent Examples of sweep
Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2025
Those emergency declarations have been used to justify hundreds of actions — including immigration measures, sweeping tariffs and energy deregulation — that would typically require congressional approval or lengthy regulatory review, according to a New York Times analysis of presidential documents.
—Karen Yourish, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
The medical drama, which received 13 Emmy nominations last month, is the first show to produce a perfect sweep since 2020, when Watchmen also converted all four of its nominations into wins.
—Joyce Eng Published, EW.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Verb
The ’98 Marlins were 54-108, finished 52 games out and were swept 9-0 by the Cincinnati Reds, Brewers and Giants, plus being swept in a three-game interleague series by the Yankees.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2025
Those emergency declarations have been used to justify hundreds of actions — including immigration measures, sweeping tariffs and energy deregulation — that would typically require congressional approval or lengthy regulatory review, according to a New York Times analysis of presidential documents.
—Karen Yourish, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
After franchise ace Zack Wheeler left the team following a blood-clot diagnosis last Saturday, the Phillies have rattled off four straight wins, including a sweep of the Seattle Mariners that featured historically great offensive and pitching production.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
The medical drama, which received 13 Emmy nominations last month, is the first show to produce a perfect sweep since 2020, when Watchmen also converted all four of its nominations into wins.
—Joyce Eng Published, EW.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sweep
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Sean Gallup | Getty Images News | Getty Images European stock markets closed higher on Friday, as investors continued to assess the full scope of the European Union's trade deal with America and hopes rose for a U.S. interest rate cut in September.—
Chloe Taylor,Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
22 Aug. 2025
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With ratios calculated across a calendar year, club figures are assessed up to December 31, meaning, unlike with other rules, there’s no scope to attend to problems in January or in that period between the season ending and the end of the accounting year.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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Donations to the Local Media Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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To some extent, the script takes pains to keep Alma unreadable.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Aug. 2025
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The idea that humans could one day populate and even colonize Mars is one no longer confined to the realm of science fiction.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Natter’s responsibilities expanded into other realms.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
21 Aug. 2025
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Self-care encompasses a wide range of activities, practices, and rituals, so begin by setting your intention for your time off.—
Essence,
Essence,
19 Aug. 2025
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Through a combination of OMB, DOGE, and agency leadership, the government has now developed a huge range of methods to slow the approval of new grants and the spending on existing ones.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 Aug. 2025
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And like her personal journey, the organization keeps expanding its reach.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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Viral moments, such as castmates choosing unexpected partners, memorable arguments, and shocking eliminations, expand the show's reach because its lively dynamics have turned many fans into unpaid promoters.—
Braedon Montgomery,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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“Sweep.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sweep. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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