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sweep

To sweep is to clear an area by brushing something away, to make a comprehensive search of a place, or to brush across or move gracefully along. (verb)

  1. When you use a broom to clear away dirt on the floor, this is an example of sweep.
  2. When your eyes scan an entire crowd, this is an example of a situation where you sweep the crowd.
  3. When your skirt brushes against the floor, this is an example of a situation where it sweeps along the floor.
  4. When you glide into a room gradually and regally, this is an example of a situation where you sweep the room.

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