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sweep off

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb sweep off has 1 sense
  1. sweep away, sweep off - overwhelm emotionally; "Her swept her away"
    --1 is one way to affect, impress, move, strike
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s somebody
    Something ----s somebody

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Sweep off

Description:

Sweep off is a phrasal verb that can have multiple meanings depending on the context. It can refer to physically removing or clearing something off an area or surface. It can also mean to win convincingly or be overwhelmed emotionally.

Sample Sentences:

As a phrasal verb meaning physically removing or clearing off:

1. The janitor used a broom to sweep off the leaves from the sidewalk.

2. I need to sweep off the dust from the bookshelf before placing the new books.

3. She gathered all her belongings and quickly swept them off the desk.

As a phrasal verb meaning to win convincingly:

1. The soccer team managed to sweep off their opponents with a final score of 5-0.

2. The candidate's outstanding performance in the debate helped him sweep off the competition.

3. Our basketball team is determined to sweep off the championship this season.

As a phrasal verb meaning to be overwhelmed emotionally:

1. The touching movie scene swept her off her feet, and she couldn't hold back her tears.

2. Sarah was swept off by the romantic proposal and instantly said yes.

3. The unexpected news swept him off and left him in a state of shock.

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