1
as in flowed
to move or proceed smoothly and readily
the wind swept across the plain without respite
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as in curved
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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Recent Examples of swept
But as progressive movements swept through social media, others were tossed off Twitter and Facebook for stepping over a variety of lines, from allegations of harassment to claims of election misinformation.
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Ben Smith, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Without self-awareness, leaders get swept along by interpretations and reactions rather than staying grounded in the facts.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
News and videos of Kirk's assassination swept quickly through the country, with people immediately mourning his death and leaders and prominent figures across the political spectrum condemning the violence.
—Mandy Taheri
jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
After that chain was sold, the black hats swept in—and apparently touched very little.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2025
However, this year, Bad Bunny swept the major categories, and then some, landing a whopping 12 nominations.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2025
The Padres swept the Mets in late July at Petco Park.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
After the shooting, the school was placed in a lockdown and officials swept the campus.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2025
Guests become part of the show, swept into a dazzling mix of flavor, rhythm, and celebration.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Ben Smith, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Without self-awareness, leaders get swept along by interpretations and reactions rather than staying grounded in the facts.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
News and videos of Kirk's assassination swept quickly through the country, with people immediately mourning his death and leaders and prominent figures across the political spectrum condemning the violence.
—Mandy Taheri
jason Lemon, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
After that chain was sold, the black hats swept in—and apparently touched very little.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2025
However, this year, Bad Bunny swept the major categories, and then some, landing a whopping 12 nominations.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 17 Sep. 2025
The Padres swept the Mets in late July at Petco Park.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Sep. 2025
After the shooting, the school was placed in a lockdown and officials swept the campus.
—Alex Stone, ABC News, 11 Sep. 2025
Guests become part of the show, swept into a dazzling mix of flavor, rhythm, and celebration.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for swept
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Once that issue was sorted out, my bladder finally relaxed — and the urine flowed just fine.—
Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
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At its core was Vitinha, his elegant playmaking at the base of midfield the classy conduit through which their intricate moves flowed.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Set to Sport, Maybach SL attacks curved freeway onramps or 2-lanes with style.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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But unlike Yamamoto—whose second straight 10-K one-hitter was wasted—Verlander bobbed and weaved and lollipop-curved the lineup to death.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Given time, a loyal fanbase might have slowly drifted toward new shows and obsessions.—
Thomas Page,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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Occasionally a curious polar bear meandered near camp, which was always changing as the ice floe buckled and drifted across the Arctic Ocean.—
Yasemin Saplakoglu,
Quanta Magazine,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The film bowed this summer and had Theron reprising her role.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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Watch enough football and every commercial break becomes an exercise in bleary déjà vu, as the spots that bowed in the first quarter begin repeating on you like so many lager burps.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Silvetti was shown his first MLS yellow card two minutes later and shortly thereafter launched his first shot, a powerful right-footer from outside the box that sailed wide right.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Instead, the former Jacksonville tight end has sailed closer to Jared Leto — a performance that’s hard to watch.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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If prices rise, benefits are adjusted accordingly, rounded to the nearest tenth of a percent.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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The princess rounded off the look with understated jewelry and matching shoes.—
Katharina Fuchs,
Glamour,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The bird glided through the air, skimming the water for prey.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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With a garland of white flowers in front of him, a lone rower kneeling in a wooden canoe glided toward the DuSable Bridge docks.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The attempt was tipped and brought in by Locke, who slipped loose into the secondary before taking off for a 64-yard touchdown reception.—
Brendan Connelly,
Boston Herald,
13 Sep. 2025
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Figure Technology Solutions — The blockchain lender slipped 1%.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Swept.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/swept. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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