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Sweep somebody off their feet

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Romantic ContextPlay
The phrase is often used when describing a romantic encounter or experience. SlideAfter their moonlit walk on the beach, she was completely swept off her feet.
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Figurative UsePlay
The phrase doesn't mean literally lifting someone; it's about emotional impact. SlideThe crowd was swept off their feet by the stirring speech.
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Strong ImpactPlay
Use this phrase to express a very strong and usually positive impression. SlideHer kindness and wit swept me off my feet.