as in removed
to forcefully take (something or someone) away from a place or position
The earthquake dislodged several boulders from the cliff. He kicked at the stone to dislodge it.
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Recent Examples of dislodged
Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The crash caused wooden crates to become dislodged and several monkeys to escape into the roadside median.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Use a regular rake to clean up and remove the dislodged debris and dispose of it.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2025
Michael Albertus, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
They can also be dislodged with a strong water spray—test a small area first to adjust the spray's intensity and prevent damage to the plant.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
Scored against leaders Arsenal at the Emirates and has dislodged Strand Larsen up front due to offering a more physical threat.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Chunks of the ablative material became dislodged as the capsule plunged back into Earth’s thick inner atmosphere, a process that can heat the capsule’s exterior to more than 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit (2,760 degrees Celsius).
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Soon, the piece of food became dislodged and Xavion spit it out.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
While Nvidia’s dominance is unlikely to be dislodged in the near term, Google’s TPUs add further competition into the AI semiconductor market.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
Porcelain sinks will also benefit from Bar Keepers Friend but will require a scrub brush to ensure all the grime is dislodged.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
Amid the mad scramble of bodies that followed, Kaprizov was able to poke in the loose puck a split second before the net was dislodged.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Maybe the violently dislodged potato chunk will put out someone’s eye?
—Rachel Kurzius, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
The crash caused wooden crates to become dislodged and several monkeys to escape into the roadside median.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
Use a regular rake to clean up and remove the dislodged debris and dispose of it.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
Now as then, a strongman has been dislodged in Venezuela, and the field of possibilities has expanded.
—Michael Albertus, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
They can also be dislodged with a strong water spray—test a small area first to adjust the spray's intensity and prevent damage to the plant.
—Derek Carwood, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Jan. 2026
Scored against leaders Arsenal at the Emirates and has dislodged Strand Larsen up front due to offering a more physical threat.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
Chunks of the ablative material became dislodged as the capsule plunged back into Earth’s thick inner atmosphere, a process that can heat the capsule’s exterior to more than 5,000 degrees Fahrenheit (2,760 degrees Celsius).
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 31 Dec. 2025
Soon, the piece of food became dislodged and Xavion spit it out.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 23 Dec. 2025
While Nvidia’s dominance is unlikely to be dislodged in the near term, Google’s TPUs add further competition into the AI semiconductor market.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
Porcelain sinks will also benefit from Bar Keepers Friend but will require a scrub brush to ensure all the grime is dislodged.
—Lauren Wicks, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
Amid the mad scramble of bodies that followed, Kaprizov was able to poke in the loose puck a split second before the net was dislodged.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dislodged
Adjective
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Some feel detached, as if the shock still lingered, and the realization of survival despite the improbability had not set in.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
23 Dec. 2025
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Other structures out on the property include a detached and heated garage with studio space and a barn with horse stalls and a workshop.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
18 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Investigators removed the children from Brian's home.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The move means the UAE has removed British universities from a list of higher education institutions eligible for state scholarships amid growing tensions over London's decision not to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization, The Financial Times reported.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The freed people were forced out of Mercer County.—
Equal Justice Initiative,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Over 150 of the freed prisoners were deported to Egypt.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Chicago pulled within 21-16 on D'Andre Swift's 5-yard run early in the fourth quarter.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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The slightly oversized cut offers comfort for long travel days, while looking pulled-together.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Access to credit would tighten with less of an incentive to lend, resulting in consumers spending less or relying on other forms of unsecured debt.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Former North Crowley standout Ka’Morreun Pimpton also withdrew his name from the portal Sunday.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Jan. 2026
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) withdrew its troops last week following a deadline from Saudi Arabia.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Next, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and use a microfiber cloth to wipe away all the loosened grime.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The tractor apparently didn't rolled, but the unattached tanker tumbled some distance away.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
3 Jan. 2026
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The real opportunity lies in attracting and retaining the next generation of top earners – young people who are unattached to place and looking for opportunities to build their careers and their lives.—
Cristobal Young,
The Conversation,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Dislodged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dislodged. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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