sweep up

Example Sentences

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Their entire value lies in the ability to sweep up innocent people’s information and sort through it later.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

Officials in the state have condemned the plan, arguing it could unfairly sweep up American citizens who may appear to be from the East African nation.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

Since Carrie has been married — been there, done that — one would think she wouldn’t be in a hurry to sweep up some other dude’s thickened toenail clippings.

From Salon • Jul. 13, 2025

Reitkopp said it’s “sad” when raids sweep up individuals who haven’t committed crimes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2025

The young nurse returned with a dustpan and brush and began to sweep up the glittery splinters.

From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath