in/at one fell swoop

idiom

: with a single, quick action or effort

The court has dismissed all of the charges against him in one fell swoop.

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While both states hold their fair share of appeal for gastronomes, South Florida residents and visitors can experience both in one fell swoop at the beginning of the new year, with the 2025 Artisans of Wine and Food festival taking place on the sunny shores of Boca Raton. —

Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024 Finding top-quality All-Clad cookware on sale is a rarity, so take advantage of this chance to upgrade everything in one fell swoop. —

Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 2 Dec. 2024 Wet it with water, run it over your face, and be amazed at how your mascara, smoky eyeshadow, and eyebrows disappear in one fell swoop. —

Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024 This gentle gel cleanser can wash away dirt, grime, and makeup in one fell swoop. —

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