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(Entry 1 of 2)
having considerable extent
- calls for sweeping changes in the way the nation manages security in its major ports
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sweeping
verbpresent participle of sweep
Synonyms & Antonyms of sweeping (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
- the wind swept across the plain without respite
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2
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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The first known use of sweeping was in the 14th century
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