sweep
Example Sentences
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Instead of declaring a single sweeping resolution, run small experiments.
A sweep of Japanese islands called the Ryukyus arcs southwest, stopping just short of Taiwan.
The move gave the government sweeping powers to take strong actions against the group.
From BBC
In Europe, a sweeping blackout in Spain in April highlighted how big power swings can overwhelm the system.
One or two players from the throwing team use carbon-fiber brooms to sweep the ice in front of the moving stone, influencing its path and speed.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
