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as in firing
to cause (a projectile) to be driven forward with force
Robert Goddard was the first to discharge a rocket containing an instrument package
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as in unloading
to empty or rid of cargo
docks for discharging containerships
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as in paying
to give what is owed for
discharge a debt in full
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as in freeing
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
discharged the prisoners upon the signing of the peace treaty
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as in radiating
to throw or give off
the mighty river discharges its waters into the ocean
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as in removing
to let go from office, service, or employment
15 people were discharged when the embezzling ring was discovered
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Recent Examples of discharging
He was also charged with two felony enhancements of discharging a firearm causing great bodily injury or death, two felony enhancements for knowing another principal was personally armed with a firearm and one felony enhancement of personal use of a firearm.
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Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Multiple officers returned fire, discharging about 23 rounds before Thompson was placed in handcuffs.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Once the water is used and treated, Lebanon Utilities will send the water back to Eagle Creek, discharging it directly into the reservoir.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 20 Jan. 2026
These trials are designed to systematically measure critical performance indicators, including range consistency, charging and discharging efficiency, structural and thermal safety, and how effectively the battery system integrates with the vehicle as a whole under extreme winter conditions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 17 Jan. 2026
Joseph Benjamin Alvarado, 17, was charged with deadly conduct for allegedly discharging a firearm, a third-degree felony.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 17 Jan. 2026
Officer Bryan Shields opened fire on Cortez with a handgun, discharging a total of about 12 rounds.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
He was charged, along with two others, with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, discharging a handgun within 500 feet of a dwelling and unlicensed possession of a firearm.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Anyone who is found illegally discharging a firearm will be arrested, the Aurora Police Department said in a news release posted to Facebook.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Multiple officers returned fire, discharging about 23 rounds before Thompson was placed in handcuffs.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Once the water is used and treated, Lebanon Utilities will send the water back to Eagle Creek, discharging it directly into the reservoir.
—Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 20 Jan. 2026
These trials are designed to systematically measure critical performance indicators, including range consistency, charging and discharging efficiency, structural and thermal safety, and how effectively the battery system integrates with the vehicle as a whole under extreme winter conditions.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 17 Jan. 2026
Joseph Benjamin Alvarado, 17, was charged with deadly conduct for allegedly discharging a firearm, a third-degree felony.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 17 Jan. 2026
Officer Bryan Shields opened fire on Cortez with a handgun, discharging a total of about 12 rounds.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
He was charged, along with two others, with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, discharging a handgun within 500 feet of a dwelling and unlicensed possession of a firearm.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2026
Anyone who is found illegally discharging a firearm will be arrested, the Aurora Police Department said in a news release posted to Facebook.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 30 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discharging
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Multiple videos that emerged of the shooting contradicted that claim, showing Pretti had only his mobile phone in his hand as officers tackled him to the ground, with one removing a handgun from the back of his pants as another officer began firing shots into his back.—
Rebecca Santana,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Trump has repeatedly violated laws — for example, by firing hundreds of thousands of civil servants against their statutory protections and abolishing agencies created by Congress.—
Washington Post,
Washington Post,
3 Feb. 2026
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Labeling the pantry is especially helpful in households where multiple people are responsible for unloading groceries or meal prepping.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Feb. 2026
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Vance said that for too long, China has used the tactic of unloading materials at cheap prices to undermine potential competitors, then ratcheting up prices later after keeping new mines from being built in other countries.—
DIDI TANG,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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This hits home for us in Massachusetts, and residents should be paying attention.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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Consumers are paying more attention than ever before.—
Serenity Gibbons,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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The price point is also well within my budget this winter, freeing me up to snag some other pieces from my wish list.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Feb. 2026
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Combine the 100-plus union welfare funds and annuity funds, freeing massive amounts in administrative costs.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
1 Feb. 2026
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An ice dam occurs when the snow piled on your roof begins to melt from the sun or the heat radiating from your home.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2026
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The classic, expensive-looking accessory instantly dresses up any outfit, with the intricate design radiating luxury and elegance.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
17 Jan. 2026
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Pine’s hands are tied up in that scene, so that, unfortunately, means that Pine would have been unable to stop Roper from shooting Teddy.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Feb. 2026
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The exchange illustrated Halverson’s point about the dangers of people carrying and shooting guns on college campuses, and also carried the weight of the two men’s experiences handling guns.—
Seth Tupper,
States Newsroom,
3 Feb. 2026
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Repairs to the balcony included removing and replacing rotten support beams, according to an invoice from Ameridian.—
Gillian Stawiszynski,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Feb. 2026
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But research from both academics and conservative groups suggests removing undocumented immigrants from the census would shift only a handful of seats — not the sweeping advantage critics claim.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Feb. 2026
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Designers also recommend balancing florals with natural materials, such as wood cutting boards, stone countertops, or ceramic accessories, which ground the look and prevent it from feeling too sweet.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
1 Feb. 2026
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For Wisconsin couples balancing seasonal logistics, vendor availability, and guest travel, having a single planning hub reduces stress and miscommunication, especially when plans evolve.—
K.H. Koehler,
jsonline.com,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Discharging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discharging. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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