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plural swaths
The track cut out by a scythe in mowing. examples
(often figuratively) A broad sweep or expanse, such as of land or of people. quotations examples
It is undeniable that Malcolm was a beacon of huge strength in his lifetime. He could connect with swaths of people when others could not.
2015 February 20, Jesse Jackson, “In the Ferguson era, Malcolm X’s courage in fighting racism inspires more than ever”, in The Guardian (London)