Pronunciation: /ˈswiːpɪŋ/
adjective
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1extending or performed in a long, continuous curve: sweeping, desolate moorlands a smooth sweeping motion
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2wide in range or effect: we cannot recommend any sweeping alterations
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(of a statement) taking no account of particular cases or exceptions; too general: a sweeping assertion
noun
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sweepings)
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dirt or refuse collected by sweeping: the sweepings from the house
