single sweep

Frequency: 5.54.5 per million words

done in one continuous movement

sweepADJECTIVE + sweep

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single

Examples (10)

  • The archaeologist's single sweep of the trowel revealed a pottery shard.
  • With a single sweep of his arm, the conductor brought the orchestra to a halt.
  • The new cleaning robot can cover the entire floor in a single sweep.
  • Her gaze made a single sweep across the crowded ballroom.
  • The artist completed the background with a single sweep of the brush.
  • The politician's speech was a single sweep of condemnation against the new policy.
  • He cleared the table with a single sweep of his hand, making space for the game.
  • The detective's single sweep of the crime scene yielded crucial evidence.
  • The magician's trick was executed with a single sweep of his wand.
  • The army's single sweep through the enemy territory was decisive.