B2
sweep vs wipe
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sweepverb/swiːp/ | Meaning to clean a floor with a brush; also to move or spread quickly across an area | Goes with sweep the floor | Example Every year, storms sweep across the central provinces in October. |
| wipeverb/waɪp/ | Meaning to clean or dry something by rubbing it with a cloth, paper or your hand | Goes with wipe the table | Example Please wipe the table after you finish eating. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Strong winds can across the hills at night.