sweeping
swee
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svi
ping
pɪng
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/swˈiːpɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "sweeping"in English

sweeping
01

wide-ranging or covering a large area or scope

Approving
Formal
Examples
The CEO presented a sweeping strategy to revitalize the company, addressing issues from marketing to internal operations.
02

having a tendency to make broad or overly general statements, often without sufficient detail or consideration

Formal
Examples
His sweeping generalizations about the situation ignored many important details.
03

having a wide, curving shape or movement, often implying expansiveness or grandeur

Examples
The sweeping coastline was visible from the hilltop.
Sweeping
01

the act of cleaning or clearing an area, usually with a broom or similar tool

Examples
The janitor was busy doing the sweeping in the hallway.
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