Sweep Off (Verb)
Meaning
Overwhelm emotionally; "Her swept her away".
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- The devastating news swept her off her feet and left her unable to speak.
- Hearing the soulful music was enough to sweep him off his feet and reduce him to tears.
- When he proposed to her on the beach at sunset, the moment swept her off her feet and she said yes.
- The grandeur of the beautiful cathedral swept her off her feet as she walked down the aisle.
- Watching the breathtaking ballet performance swept her off her feet and inspired her to pursue dancing.