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
The act eliminates the Grad PLUS loan program, imposes strict caps on Parent PLUS loans, dissolves multiple existing repayment plans, and introduces a single Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) set to launch in July 2026.
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Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Hu detailed multiple safeguards, noting the reactor operates at atmospheric pressure, which eliminates the risk of an explosive pressure build-up.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
This method eliminates the need for precise measurements and allows excess paper to be tucked smoothly for a clean finish.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
The Williams deal eliminates the 2027 first-round pick received in the trade that also yielded a 2026 first-round pick and Kenny Clark.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The district will continue to run on a schedule that eliminates classes on most Mondays while extending the length of the school day Tuesday through Friday.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2025
Adding peels to soups or grinding them into a powder to use in other recipes boosts nutrition and eliminates food waste.
—Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
Blasena emphasizes that lighting and draping that eliminates unsightly walls can make a space feel intimate, while a focal bar, signature cocktails, a photo booth, and late-night tchotchkes, such as glow sticks, flashing glasses, and flip flops, can amp up the atmosphere.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
This design eliminates the common edge softness found in typical panoramic imagery, ensuring consistent sharpness from center to corner and delivering a solid foundation for high-resolution output.
—New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2025
Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Hu detailed multiple safeguards, noting the reactor operates at atmospheric pressure, which eliminates the risk of an explosive pressure build-up.
—Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2025
This method eliminates the need for precise measurements and allows excess paper to be tucked smoothly for a clean finish.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2025
The Williams deal eliminates the 2027 first-round pick received in the trade that also yielded a 2026 first-round pick and Kenny Clark.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Nov. 2025
The district will continue to run on a schedule that eliminates classes on most Mondays while extending the length of the school day Tuesday through Friday.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 4 Nov. 2025
Adding peels to soups or grinding them into a powder to use in other recipes boosts nutrition and eliminates food waste.
—Cathy Cassata, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
Blasena emphasizes that lighting and draping that eliminates unsightly walls can make a space feel intimate, while a focal bar, signature cocktails, a photo booth, and late-night tchotchkes, such as glow sticks, flashing glasses, and flip flops, can amp up the atmosphere.
—Shelby Wax, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
This design eliminates the common edge softness found in typical panoramic imagery, ensuring consistent sharpness from center to corner and delivering a solid foundation for high-resolution output.
—New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eliminates
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That excludes the outlier years of 2021 and 2022.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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The report also excludes suicides, though Alexander said the organization is continuing discussions about how to recognize and honor those officers.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
6 Jan. 2026
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The language in the final version also echoed Texas House Bill 4211, which bans residential property developments like EPIC City, a large community proposed by an Islamic group near Dallas.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Jan. 2026
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The recent decision of the governor to sign the bill that bans anonymous child welfare complaints is a huge mistake.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
3 Jan. 2026
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However, most apple juices available for purchase have vitamin C added as ascorbic acid, an antioxidant that prevents discoloration and improves the juice's shelf life.—
Angela Ryan Lee,
Verywell Health,
8 Jan. 2026
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The agency said it’s been blocked from sharing information since last year when state lawmakers passed The Rex and Brody Act, which prevents public access to autopsy photos and reports of minors killed through domestic violence.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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As this unfolds, the NCAA is also toying with changing its longstanding policy that prohibits college athletes and staff members from betting on professional sports.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Immergut’s injunction allows federalization orders to technically remain in place but prohibits troops from being deployed in Oregon without clear legal authority.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Eliminates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eliminates. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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