Definition
To overwhelm someone emotionally; sweep someone off their feet.
to completely destroy, to annihilate
In Context
- "Balaam was swept away with admiration of the Israelite encampments and homes that were a picture of idyllic happiness and prosperity."
- "When a six-car Class 158 lash-up arrives at Platform 17, I have to take refuge behind a post to avoid getting swept away by a tsunami of disembarking passengers."
- "The widespread, murderous counter-revolutionary pogroms against women, transgender expression and same-sex love carried out by the Catholic and early Protestant hierarchies had subsided as the Industrial Revolution began sweeping away the kingdoms of Europe."
- "Instant drama ensued as Wolves appealed for a penalty as Brazilian right-back Rafael swept away any danger from Jarvis with his upper body after 40 seconds."