sweep

Example Sentences

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Dust storms and spinning dust devils sweep across the surface, continually reshaping the landscape and driving processes that scientists are only beginning to fully understand.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

He would keep an eye on the space after hours and sweep up around the area when it needed it.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

Ohira was seven for 12 in the Braves’ three-game sweep of JSerra.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

The festival comes with many traditions, including deep-cleaning the house beforehand to sweep away the old year's misfortunes and welcome a fresh start.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

An icy wind seemed to sweep her, though the stove glowed and you couldn’t see your breath even here on the back row.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck