sweep through

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Definition

Verb: - To complete or pass something, especially a test, challenge, or task, with great ease and impressive success.

Usage

This phrasal verb is used to describe achieving a notable victory or overcoming an obstacle effortlessly and decisively. It often implies not just success, but a dominant or flawless performance. It is commonly used in contexts involving examinations, competitions, or difficult procedures.

Examples
Advanced Usage
  • To sweep through [a place/group]: This variant means to move through or affect an area or group of people quickly and completely.
    • A wave of protests swept through the city.
    • A sense of excitement swept through the crowd.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sweep (verb): To move or remove something with a broad, continuous motion. The core idea of moving powerfully and completely is shared with "sweep through."
    • The wind swept the leaves from the path.
Synonyms
  • Sail through: To proceed effortlessly and successfully.
  • Ace: To perform outstandingly well on a test or task.
  • Breeze through: To complete something very easily.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Sweep aside: To dismiss or ignore objections, problems, or opponents without difficulty.
    • The champion swept aside all challengers.
  • Sweep over: (Similar to the advanced usage) For a feeling or phenomenon to affect someone or something suddenly and strongly.
    • A feeling of nostalgia swept over her.
Related Idioms
  • Pass with flying colors: To succeed easily and excellently, especially in a test.
  • Win hands down: To win very easily.
Verb
  1. succeed at easily
    • She sailed through her exams
    • You will pass with flying colors
    • She nailed her astrophysics course

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