薙ぎ払う
Reading: なぎはらう
Meaning: to sweep away, to mow down, to cut down
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Example Sentence
To sweep away the enemy with a sword.
Usage Notes
Godan verb meaning to sweep or cut away with force. Often used in contexts involving cutting down grass, enemies, or obstacles with a sideways sweeping motion.
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