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to sweep up
[phrase form: sweep]
01
to collect and remove dirt or trash, typically from the floor or a surface using a broom
02
to lift someone with a quick, smooth movement
03
to eagerly adopt and make someone else's ideas or practices, a part of one's own
04
to force someone to do something or be in a certain situation
05
to gather and pull hair back from the face, often into a particular hairstyle
sweep up
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Example
The economic downturn swept up small businesses in a struggle for survival.
The sudden announcement swept up the employees into a state of anticipation.
The prince swept up the princess in a romantic dance move.
The unexpected turn of events swept up the characters in a whirlwind of change.
She swept up her long hair into an elegant bun for the formal event.
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