sweep in
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Meaning · English
To arrive suddenly or unexpectedly; to take power or move into a position of control suddenly or unexpectedly.
Register: informal
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sweep in” mean?
To arrive suddenly or unexpectedly; to take power or move into a position of control suddenly or unexpectedly.
Is “sweep in” formal or informal?
sweep in is generally informal.