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Meanings
1
sweeping over; engulfing
Describes a natural force or disaster that sweeps over a wide area, leaving nothing untouched. Often used with 津波, 洪水, 火災, etc.
The tsunami swept over the coastal town.
2
Used in competitive contexts (sports, elections, awards) when one side wins everything or takes all prizes.
His work made a clean sweep of the awards.