How to Pronounce "sweep aside"
expression
ˈswip/ /əˈsaɪd
SWEEP uh-SYD
swˈiːp/ /ɐsˈaɪd
SWEEP uh-SYD
Definition
To quickly ignore, reject, or treat something as unimportant, often without serious consideration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswip/ /əˈsaɪd
British English
swˈiːp/ /ɐsˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWEEP uh-SYD
UK
SWEEP uh-SYD
Listen in Context
The manager swept aside the workers' complaints.
She swept aside her fears and tried again.
The teacher swept aside the objection and continued the lesson.
He just swept aside any doubts and went for it.