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godan verb (-u), transitive verb
carry off; sweep away; kidnap; abduct
usually written using kana alone
Used for physically taking someone or something away, often by force or suddenly. Covers kidnapping, snatching, and being swept away by water or wind.
波が砂浜の足跡をさらっていった。
The waves swept away the footprints on the beach.
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godan verb (-u), transitive verb
monopolize; take entirely for oneself
usually written using kana alone
Used when someone takes all of something for themselves, leaving nothing for others. Often used with profits, attention, or opportunities.
