This is the 6371st most frequent Chinese word.
扫荡
"扫荡" means "to sweep away or eliminate completely, often referring to a thorough crackdown or cleanup."
In this sentence, "扫荡" is used in the context of military action, suggesting a complete and systematic sweep or clearing of an area by forces.
敌军已经开始全面扫荡这个地区。
The enemy forces have begun a thorough sweep of this area.
Here, "扫荡" metaphorically describes the action of extensive and quick purchasing in a supermarket.
朋友家举办了一次扫荡超市的购物活动。
My friend's household organized a shopping event to sweep through the supermarket.
In this case, "扫荡" refers to the process of cleaning or clearing an area systematically and comprehensively.