sweep
Pronunciation: [swiːp]
Word
Context: “cleaning”
(verb) to clean a floor or surface by moving a broom back and forth. It helps to remove dirt and dust. When you sweep, you make the place tidy.
Example
She sweeps the living room every Saturday.
Example
He didn't sweep the floor, so it was still dirty.
Example
Did you sweep the kitchen after dinner?
Context: “sports”
(verb) to win all the games or matches in a series. This means you didn't lose any. If a team sweeps, they are very strong and did very well.
Example
The team swept the series and became champions.
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They almost swept the tournament, but lost one game.
Example
Did your favorite team sweep the finals?
Context: “movement”
(verb) to move something quickly in a wide arc or across a surface. Like when you wave your arm around and it makes a big motion.
Example
He sweeps his arm to show everyone where to look.
Example
She didn't sweep her arm to get their attention.
Example
Can you sweep your hand like this to show the direction?
Context: “cleaning”
(noun) the action of cleaning a surface by moving a broom. It's a simple task that keeps places clean.
Example
Her sweep of the floor was very effective.
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His sweep of the area left some dust behind.
Example
Was the sweep done before the guests arrived?
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