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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
Federal prosecutors later charged Russell with depriving Bils of his rights under color of law and discharging a firearm in relation to a crime of violence.
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Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Allen was also charged with discharging a firearm during a violent crime and transportation of a firearm and ammunition in interstate commerce.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 May 2026
Bigelow was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling, and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.
—Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
That said, discharging federal student loan debt in bankruptcy is notoriously difficult.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The controversial livestreamer pleaded no contest after being charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm at a wildlife sanctuary in March.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Braden Peters, an online influencer known as Clavicular, was sentenced to six months of probation and ordered to complete 20 hours of community service after pleading no contest in an agreement with Florida prosecutors to unlawfully discharging a firearm in public.
—Arkansas Online, 17 May 2026
Wearing a suit, the streamer, whose name is Braden Eric Peters, pleaded no contest to unlawfully discharging a firearm in a public place, a misdemeanor.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
The system also overcomes the volatile risks of gas storage entirely by chemically locking hydrogen into a solid metal hydride during both charging and discharging.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026
Allen was also charged with discharging a firearm during a violent crime and transportation of a firearm and ammunition in interstate commerce.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 May 2026
Bigelow was charged with possession of a firearm by a felon, discharging a firearm into an occupied dwelling, and two counts of assault with a deadly weapon.
—Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
That said, discharging federal student loan debt in bankruptcy is notoriously difficult.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 18 May 2026
The controversial livestreamer pleaded no contest after being charged with unlawfully discharging a firearm at a wildlife sanctuary in March.
—Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
Braden Peters, an online influencer known as Clavicular, was sentenced to six months of probation and ordered to complete 20 hours of community service after pleading no contest in an agreement with Florida prosecutors to unlawfully discharging a firearm in public.
—Arkansas Online, 17 May 2026
Wearing a suit, the streamer, whose name is Braden Eric Peters, pleaded no contest to unlawfully discharging a firearm in a public place, a misdemeanor.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
The system also overcomes the volatile risks of gas storage entirely by chemically locking hydrogen into a solid metal hydride during both charging and discharging.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discharging
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Terr hopes that the settlements reached thus far will deter officials from firing or punishing employees for their speech moving forward, despite political pressure or online outrage.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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The real estate heir went on to become a vocal advocate for firing former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell — as well as controversial housing proposals, like a 50-year mortgage, that other GOP officials scoffed at.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
2 June 2026
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At this moment, on this Saturday morning, crew members representing nearly every team focused their attention on one specific team unloading one specific car.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
23 May 2026
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Perry dropped Diaz with a knee in the closing seconds, unloading uppercuts, elbows and hooks as Diaz tried to bounce away from the fence.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Not doing the dishes, not paying the rent, not getting up in the morning is far more enjoyable.—
Erika Landström,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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Another standout was Fables, a whimsical, herbaceous drink paying homage to Aesop’s Fables.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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This allows easier access to the room than a ladder would, while also freeing up floorspace in the living room.—
Adam Williams
May 31,
New Atlas,
31 May 2026
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With the courts leading that process, millions of people will have their records automatically cleared, freeing them to get better jobs, housing, and education.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Insulate sun-facing walls and garage doors to block heat from radiating inside.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
2 June 2026
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The galaxy's heart shines brightly in the image, with gleaming rays of light radiating from its center while gas and dust swirls around.—
Chelsea Gohd,
Space.com,
19 May 2026
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According to Marcia, George was convinced he’d be laughed out of Hollywood because in the original script characters were running around and shooting at one another and nobody was getting hurt.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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Soaring through skies, dodging obstacles, and shooting tiny robots and giant bosses felt great to begin with, and none of it needs to change significantly.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
2 June 2026
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Those who found Hillary Dawa were members of the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee (SPCC), which sets the routes, ropes and ladders through the Khumbu Icefall at the start of the season, and is in charge of removing waste from the mountain once climbers have left.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Regularly cleaning filters, emptying dust containers, and removing hair from the brush roll can help keep the machine running efficiently for years.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
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Each category is designed around different performance characteristics, balancing factors such as charging speed, energy density, lifespan, and thermal stability.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
31 May 2026
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These measures demonstrate a commitment to balancing development with respect for heritage.—
David Blackmon,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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“Discharging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discharging. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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