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Sweep down on Meaning in English

expression

ˈswip/ /ˈdaʊn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
SWEEP DOUN AWN
swˈiːp/ /dˈaʊn/ /ˈɒn
SWEEP DOUN ON

释义

To move quickly and suddenly down towards someone or something, often to attack or catch them by surprise.

用法与细微差别

Mostly used for animals, birds of prey, or action scenes; implies sudden, forceful downward movement. Can be literal or figurative (e.g., 'news outlets swept down on the scene'). Usually not used for gentle motions. Common in storytelling and journalism.

例句

The eagle swept down on its prey.

basic

The storm clouds swept down on the town.

basic

A group of bats swept down on the trees at dusk.

basic

Reporters swept down on the celebrity as soon as she arrived.

natural

As soon as we put food out, pigeons swept down on the table.

natural

The dragon in the movie swept down on the village, breathing fire.

natural