1
as in stripping
to rid oneself of (a garment)
I removed my coat as soon as I got inside
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2
as in withdrawing
to take away from a place or position
he carefully removed the old manuscript from the shelf
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as in relocating
to change the place or position of
please remove that chair to the other room
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as in dismissing
to let go from office, service, or employment
voters removed the racist selectman from office the first chance they got
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Recent Examples of removing
Regular care prevents yellowing by removing oils and buildup that dull fabrics over time.
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Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
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Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Allows the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to issue lifetime disabled parking permits, removing the current four-year renewal requirement, to people with a permanent dismemberment or an amputation (HB 961).
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Jim Turner,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The following day, June 4, doctors performed emergency surgery, removing about three inches of his bowel.
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Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Policy and education leaders frequently pile more items on teachers’ plates without removing other items or giving teachers a larger plate.
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Peter Greene,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Having clarity around service charges is the only way eateries can survive, said restaurateur Eddie Pozzuoli, who runs Eddie & Vinny’s in Coral Springs — because the only alternative to removing fees is hiking prices.
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Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Orange County officials will start removing chemicals this week from two storage tanks at a Garden Grove aerospace company that prompted thousands to evacuate their homes in late May.
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Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
On oil, for example, the market has rapidly swung from shortage to surplus, removing the key upside risk to inflation.
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Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 July 2026
Allows the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to issue lifetime disabled parking permits, removing the current four-year renewal requirement, to people with a permanent dismemberment or an amputation (HB 961).
—
Jim Turner,
Miami Herald,
30 June 2026
The following day, June 4, doctors performed emergency surgery, removing about three inches of his bowel.
—
Nick Lunemann,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Policy and education leaders frequently pile more items on teachers’ plates without removing other items or giving teachers a larger plate.
—
Peter Greene,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Having clarity around service charges is the only way eateries can survive, said restaurateur Eddie Pozzuoli, who runs Eddie & Vinny’s in Coral Springs — because the only alternative to removing fees is hiking prices.
—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
27 June 2026
Orange County officials will start removing chemicals this week from two storage tanks at a Garden Grove aerospace company that prompted thousands to evacuate their homes in late May.
—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
27 June 2026
On oil, for example, the market has rapidly swung from shortage to surplus, removing the key upside risk to inflation.
—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for removing
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Ukraine’s advances in drone technology have given it an edge in recent months, analysts and Western officials say, striking supply routes behind the front line, stripping the Russian army of momentum on the battlefield and slowing its advance.
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In response, Britain imposed the punitive Coercive Acts (1774), closing Boston Harbour and stripping Massachusetts of self-governance.
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Serena Williams is withdrawing from Wimbledon doubles competition after injuring her knee at the tournament earlier this week.
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In an interview with The Sacramento Bee Wednesday, the labor leader behind Proposition 40 accused Newsom of failing to propose any alternative ahead of the June 25 deadline for withdrawing ballot measures.
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The company behind the transformation of downtown with the Power & Light District says relocating residents are drawn to the Lights’ amenities, like rooftop pools and exclusive events for residents, alongside the ability to live an urban lifestyle.
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However, strict immigration rules, the country’s geographic isolation, and the steep costs of relocating mean only wealthy Americans can realistically make the move.
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The program was established by state lawmakers in 2018 as a way to help stem the tide of mental illness in jails and prisons, usually by dismissing cases and offering treatment for the underlying conditions behind a defendant’s arrest.
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Manchester, for example, was in court for a year after dismissing a contractor from the Parkade redevelopment job, and ended up paying $2 million.
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From shedding leaves, bark, berries, seeds, and sap year-round to causing your sidewalks and driveway to lift and shift, not all trees are suited for yards.
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Poodles are considered to be low-shedding dogs, in their toy, miniature and standard sizes.
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And often, data centers are pulling from municipal water supplies, Anisfeld said.
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Haaland’s winning goal came after another bout of yanking and pulling; the striker tried to free himself by slapping the defender’s arm away, eventually just carrying on regardless.
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When in a group, space out to prevent the current from transferring between individuals.
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Conwell, 22, began his college career at South Florida before transferring to Indiana State for his sophomore season and Xavier for his junior season, and then closing his college career at Louisville.
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To an outsider, the scene may spark a certain Schadenfreude, like an army of tiny barbarians sacking Rome.
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One source close to the squad, speaking anonymously to protect relationships, told The Athletic that the AUF considered sacking Bielsa around this period, aware of the ongoing issues with the squad.
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