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Example sentences for: swept

How can you use “swept” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

Horse-riders won’t be disappointed either; the Hungarians have been known for their equestrian prowess ever since the Magyars swept over the Great Plain.
I almost became a born-again Christian but I was swept away by the tithe.
Massive tidal waves swept over Crete, and other parts of the Mediterranean, smashing buildings and drowning many thousands of people.
Just as with actual costumes, the deep thought and careful work are undiscernible and no part of the appeal; everything must look easily conjured up and as easily swept away.
There is also a comprehensive examination of the De Stijl (The Style) art and design movement, which swept through the Netherlands in the post-WWI period.