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sweep off

UK
/swiːp ɒf/
US
/swip ɔf/

Translations

sweep offverb
swept off
Past Simple
swept off
Past Participle
sweeping off
Gerund
UK
/swiːp ɒf/
US
/swip ɔf/
She swept off the crumbs from the table after breakfast.
Elle a balayé les miettes de la table après le petit-déjeuner.
Additional translations
chavirerAu figuré, pour exprimer l’idée de bouleverser ou de faire perdre ses moyens.
Synonyms
remove
clear away
take away
brush off
wipe out

Definitions

sweep offverb
To remove something from a surface with a sweeping motion.
She swept off the crumbs from the table after breakfast.
To carry someone away with a strong emotion or enthusiasm.
The romantic gesture swept her off her feet.
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