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swept away

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swept away
made extremely emotional or enthusiastic. You couldn't help being swept away by the beauty of the place.
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A terrific east wind swept away the groups of clouds which had been so long gathering, and at night the semi-disc of the orb of night rode majestically amid the soft constellations of the sky.
From The Earth To The Moon by Verne, Jules View in context
Turenne heaved a deep sigh, called Conde `My cousin,' and swept away his army.
Ten Years Later by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
A life of peaceful study was no longer possible, the learning of two hundred years was swept away, the lamp of knowledge lit by the monks grew dim and flickered out.
English Literature For Boys And Girls by Marshall, H.E. View in context
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