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Uncommonsweeps
The correct spelling is sweeps.
How to pronounce sweeps
noun
Say it like: Swee-ps
The correct spelling is sweeps. A single action of sweeping. For example: "Give the front steps a quick sweep to get rid of those fallen leaves."
Usage Examples
“Give the front steps a quick sweep to get rid of those fallen leaves.”
“Bradman attempted a sweep, but in fact top edged the ball to the wicket keeper”
“Jim will win fifty dollars in the office sweep if Japan wins the World Cup.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A single action of sweeping.
- 2.The person who steers a dragon boat.
- 3.A person who stands at the stern of a surf boat, steering with a steering oar and commanding the crew.
- 4.A chimney sweep.
- 5.A methodical search, typically for bugs (electronic listening devices).
verb
- 1.To clean (a surface) by means of a stroking motion of a broom or brush.
- 2.To move through a (horizontal) arc or similar long stroke.
- 3.To search (a place) methodically.
- 4.To travel quickly.
- 5.To play a sweep shot.
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