sweeping
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Moving outside, there is a resort-style pool and sweeping views of the mountains.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026
The losses are pegged to last month’s sweeping layoffs, which came amid the software provider’s attempt to streamline operations.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
Jefferson was also “overwhelmed by the new paper-money business culture sweeping through the country and never appreciated how much his democratic and egalitarian principles had contributed to its rise.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
Former Lakers players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis were charged with wire fraud conspiracy and bribery in sporting contests by federal prosecutors in a sweeping indictment that included four other co-conspirators.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026
Of course me and Glenn naturally did the work of ten, sweeping, polishing, fitting up the stovepipe: busy as bees, good as gold.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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