as in excludes
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
the stiff entry fee is intended to eliminate less-than-serious competitors
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Recent Examples of eliminates
Owners shouldn't punish a dog for making a mess, but should offer big praise when the dog eliminates in the right place—either on a puppy pad, or asking to be let outside.
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Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
This officially eliminates the Suns from a Play-In spot.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Suki Tea is using a new method of printing directly onto compostable bags, which eliminates the last traces of plastic in packaging.
—Christopher Marquis, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Lake County Council passed a resolution Tuesday in opposition to a provision in Senate Bill 1 that eliminates business personal property tax.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Working from home provides a quieter and less stressful environment, eliminates commuting costs and promotes a healthier work-life balance.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
This eliminates distractions, improves employee engagement and makes work more enjoyable by removing friction.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Bottle Tree used to serve two menus, but this new design eliminates any confusion, Sawhney said.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
McMillen said the district has always prioritized inclusion and equity, which would not go away if the federal government eliminates the education department.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
This officially eliminates the Suns from a Play-In spot.
—Zach Harper, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Suki Tea is using a new method of printing directly onto compostable bags, which eliminates the last traces of plastic in packaging.
—Christopher Marquis, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Lake County Council passed a resolution Tuesday in opposition to a provision in Senate Bill 1 that eliminates business personal property tax.
—Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2025
Working from home provides a quieter and less stressful environment, eliminates commuting costs and promotes a healthier work-life balance.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
This eliminates distractions, improves employee engagement and makes work more enjoyable by removing friction.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
The Bottle Tree used to serve two menus, but this new design eliminates any confusion, Sawhney said.
—Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2025
McMillen said the district has always prioritized inclusion and equity, which would not go away if the federal government eliminates the education department.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eliminates
Verb
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Central bank officials believe the PCE reading — in particular the core that excludes food and energy prices — to be a broader look at price trends.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2025
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That figure excludes shares held by Silver Lake, management and other insiders who don’t trade.—
Brendan Coffey,
Sportico.com,
12 Mar. 2025
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This cushion also comes in handy with everyday expenses and prevents the need for panic in moments of temporary losses.—
Dmitrii Khasanov,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Her nonprofit reached over half a million people last year, providing TB awareness, peer-to-peer support for drug adherence and initiatives to combat stigma which prevents many people from seeking care.—
Melody Schreiber,
NPR,
10 Mar. 2025
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This differs from New York City’s matching program, which prohibits commingling funds and doesn’t permit funds transferred to a political committee to count as an expenditure.—
Ryan Silverstein,
New York Daily News,
3 Jan. 2025
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Biden's executive order prohibits the transaction and mandates its full abandonment within 30 days.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Eliminates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eliminates. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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