swept

Example Sentences

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"We need safer staffing levels — this can't be swept under the rug," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Some predicted they would be swept, but they could be doing the broom bit.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

The stock, which has occasionally been swept up in meme trades over recent years, has fallen nearly 63% over the past 12 months.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Lightning and two siblings from Honor swept the podium.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

After ten minutes of steady swimming, a huge stump swept past him, its roots extended like outstretched hands.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret