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as in removing
to change the place or position of
the slight tremor displaced the dishes on the shelves, but didn't do any real damage
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as in exiling
to force to leave a country
World War II displaced people all over Europe
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as in replacing
to take the place of
inefficient methods displaced by newer ones
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as in deposing
to remove from a position of prominence or power (as a throne)
the CEO was summarily displaced after the hostile takeover
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Recent Examples of displacing
Its preliminary plan would be the tallest building in the state, displacing Eighth and Main (more commonly called the Zions Bank building) as the peak of the Boise skyline.
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Mark Dee
january 13, Idaho Statesman, 13 Jan. 2026
The oily petroleum base penetrates the finish on the wood, displacing the moisture trapped inside, and the oils also nourish and condition dry wood.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Earlier this week, a massive fire ripped through a Ridgewood, Queens, apartment building, displacing dozens of people.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Israel-Hamas war in Gaza kicked off a surge of violence in the West Bank, with the Israeli military's offensive targeting terrorists killing hundreds of Palestinians and displacing tens of thousands.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
When displacing existing sources of authority, uncertainty is a feature, not a bug.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
Sudan’s brutal civil war has dragged on for more than 2½ years, displacing millions and killing in excess of 150,000 people – making it among the most deadly conflicts in the world today.
—Christopher Tounsel, The Conversation, 18 Dec. 2025
Flooding there has decimated critical culverts and tribal roads, displacing families and complicating access to the park’s eastern entrances.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 17 Dec. 2025
Conflict reignited across Sudan in April 2023, displacing more than 12 million people and plunging the country into chaos.
—David Miliband, Time, 4 Nov. 2025
Mark Dee
january 13, Idaho Statesman, 13 Jan. 2026
The oily petroleum base penetrates the finish on the wood, displacing the moisture trapped inside, and the oils also nourish and condition dry wood.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 10 Jan. 2026
Earlier this week, a massive fire ripped through a Ridgewood, Queens, apartment building, displacing dozens of people.
—Elle McLogan, CBS News, 9 Jan. 2026
The Israel-Hamas war in Gaza kicked off a surge of violence in the West Bank, with the Israeli military's offensive targeting terrorists killing hundreds of Palestinians and displacing tens of thousands.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 26 Dec. 2025
When displacing existing sources of authority, uncertainty is a feature, not a bug.
—Dhruv Khullar, New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2025
Sudan’s brutal civil war has dragged on for more than 2½ years, displacing millions and killing in excess of 150,000 people – making it among the most deadly conflicts in the world today.
—Christopher Tounsel, The Conversation, 18 Dec. 2025
Flooding there has decimated critical culverts and tribal roads, displacing families and complicating access to the park’s eastern entrances.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 17 Dec. 2025
Conflict reignited across Sudan in April 2023, displacing more than 12 million people and plunging the country into chaos.
—David Miliband, Time, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for displacing
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Borax and Water Similar to hydrogen peroxide, Borax is effective against mold and mildew and is excellent at removing soap scum.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The manufacturer recommends unplugging your rice cooker, removing the rice pot and wiping down all of the components with a damp rag and a mixture of vinegar and water.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Ruthlessly exiling those players sent a clear message about the importance of squad harmony, but arguably handed the leverage in negotiations to buying clubs, driving down their prices and delaying their departures.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Mop the area, allowing at least an hour of drying time before replacing the appliance to ensure lingering moisture is not trapped, creating a breeding ground for mold and mildew.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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Louisville sorely misses his ability to get into the paint and generate open looks for others; replacing the impact of an NBA lottery pick is nearly impossible.—
Jim Root,
New York Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Some are counting on the United States deposing him, Saddam Hussein-style (or Salvador Allende-style, or Manuel Noriega-style).—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
22 Nov. 2025
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Attorneys deposing Bovino played him a clip of the incident.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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To increase humidity, consider using a plant humidifier or relocating the plant to areas of the home with higher moisture, such as the bathroom.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
8 Jan. 2026
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Another important detail to note about Carmel for anyone considering relocating there is the cost of housing.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Jan. 2026
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But there is more murdering and banishing to come.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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Gabby Windey, Dylan Efron, Dolores Catania and Lord Ivar Mountbatten won the game after banishing all the Traitors.—
Christopher Kuhagen,
jsonline.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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The new charge marks a significant escalation in a case that has steadily expanded since the brothers were first arrested in December 2024, with prosecutors filing multiple superseding indictments as the case has moved closer to trial.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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All three brothers have pleaded not guilty to charges laid out in the original December 2024 indictment and four superseding indictments, the last filed just days ago.—
Molly Crane-Newman,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Confidence can tip into defensiveness, so your challenge has a lot to do with asserting boundaries without emotional withdrawal and honoring your needs without dismissing others.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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The president spoke little about democracy in Venezuela, dismissing a potential role for its longstanding democratic opposition in running the country in the immediate aftermath of the operation.—
Kate Linthicum,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Jan. 2026
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“Displacing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/displacing. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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