Definition of evacuatenext
as in to empty
to remove the contents of evacuate the cupboards completely before spraying the insecticide

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Recent Examples of evacuate The main airport, Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International in the capital, Caracas, has been damaged, and buildings as far afield as neighboring Brazil have been evacuated, per Sky News. Adam England, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026 The train, which was on Metro-North’s New Haven Line, was evacuated. Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 June 2026 People in those areas have been told to prepare to evacuate. Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 26 June 2026 Conyers officials evacuated 17,000 people from the area, a move that Huey said likely saved lives. Kristi Swartz, AJC.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for evacuate
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Verb
  • If there is detergent, fabric softener, or bleach in the machine’s dispensers, empty them.
    Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 June 2026
  • The Aces won the third quarter by eight points and cruised to an easy win as Nakase emptied her bench early in the fourth quarter.
    Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • Following an inspection in March, the city issued a formal notice of condemnation and order to vacate, as only about 17% of the rooms inspected passed.
    Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
  • The Silver Court Homeowners Association last month asked for a pause on the orders to vacate, arguing the property’s owner didn’t follow Florida law when closing the park.
    Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • After clearing logjams in the White House and House of Representatives, the legislation drew broad support in an election year where both parties are increasingly aware that voters have said they're fed up with the high cost of living.
    Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 24 June 2026
  • Declan Rice had a free kick around six minutes into the match, but Ghana cleared it away immediately.
    Monica Alba, NBC news, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Ashton's journey from moving bins to cleaning them demonstrates that a complete roadmap isn't necessary; curiosity and taking the next step are crucial.
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Tahoe officials have been vigilant, ensuring all boats are cleaned, drained and dry before launching into Lake Tahoe.
    Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026

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“Evacuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evacuate. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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