to drain the swamp
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to eliminate a problem that threatens a political or business system such as corruption, terrorism, etc.
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慣用句
例
The new president promised to drain the swamp and remove corrupt officials.
to eliminate a problem that threatens a political or business system such as corruption, terrorism, etc.
