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Old 15-Aug-2005, 20:52
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Hi, teacher:

Could you please tell me the meaning of the following sentence?

He writes with a sweep and certainty that are overwhelming.

Thanks a lot.
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Old 16-Aug-2005, 23:46
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The sweep is the movement and the life, the range, etc, so he has a lively style and is sure of himself.
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