rid

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verb \ˈrid\

Definition of rid

rid

also

ridded

;

ridding

transitive verb
1 archaic : save, rescue
2 : to make free : relieve, disencumber rid the complexion of blemishes be rid of worries get rid of that junk

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Examples of rid in a Sentence

worked two jobs to rid himself of debt

Recent Examples of rid from the Web

But Mr Suzman’s recounting of recent history makes clear that modern life is like riding a bicycle, in which stopping means toppling over.

— The Economist, "Living off the land," 20 July 2017
The amusement park also prohibits expectant mothers, people with heart or blood pressure conditions, and anyone with back or neck conditions from riding.

— john sharp, AL.com, "Here comes OWA: Amusement park opens Friday, while Foley ties loose ends," 18 July 2017
And because the residents have lives outside the slum, working in hotels and factories, riding on buses, shaking hands with everyone from aid workers to merchants, the influenza advances beyond the slum.

— mark johnson, jsonline.com, "Pathway to peril," 13 July 2017
If women of all ethnicities the world over want to rid themselves of frizz, then why not meet their needs?

— amber rambharose, Glamour, "Please Stop Telling Me to 'Fight My Frizz'," 12 July 2017
In 1903, a British pediatrician named Frederick Batten discovered devastating neurological consequences when the lysosomes do not get rid of waste.

— vikki ortiz healy, chicagotribune.com, "Parents’ crusade against deadly Batten disease brings hope, heartbreak," 7 July 2017
Delish reports Zhang is believed to be recovering, after having her stomach pumped to rid her of the harmful Agave Americana.

— brittney mcnamara, Teen Vogue, "Health Blogger Hospitalized After Eating a Poisonous Plant," 6 July 2017
There will be Ride Share lots for Uber or Lyft rides off Northwest First Street and Flagler Street, between Northwest 13th Avenue and Orange Bowl Way.

— andre c. fernandez, miamiherald, "City of Miami preparing for the huge crowds expected on All-Star weekend," 5 July 2017
Along Oak Park Avenue from 171st to Hickory streets. Tinley's annual block party will feature food and free family fun such as a bean bag tournament, rides and inflatables, KidZone activities and a classic car show.

— donna vickroy, Daily Southtown, "Make some plans: Here are 10 things to do July 14-16," 5 July 2017

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