Definition of "cut a wide swath" []

• To clear a broad track through a grassland, woodland, geographical region, or other area, either by natural means or by human action. (verb)
• To behave in an expansive, flagrantly showy, or pushy manner, especially in public venues; to exert sweeping influence. (verb)

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