as in dumping
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as in discarding
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
just jettison that plan, because we know it won't work
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Recent Examples of jettisoning
Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
One of Guiducci’s first moves was overhauling the magazine’s Hollywood staff, such as by jettisoning some of the publication’s movie critics.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Her colleague Roberto Rodriguez, who ultimately voted against jettisoning the policy, asked to keep it in place while a subcommittee could work on changes to address others’ concerns.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2025
Starting with next year's release, Apple will be able to start jettisoning all Intel code from macOS, including (eventually) the Rosetta translation technology that allows Apple Silicon Macs to run Intel code at all.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
There was a group of men, all of them in fear of retribution from the Union, who were jettisoning for Mexico, to build a life that accorded with their beliefs and to seek great fortune while doing so.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
But in 2022, after hybrid work took hold, the company began jettisoning most of its Seattle-area offices outside of the Redmond headquarters.
—Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
Verb
Instead of adding pieces for a potential deep playoff run, the New England Patriots actually moved a couple of players before the NFL trade deadline, jettisoning safety Kyle Dugger and defensive end Keion White.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Nov. 2025
One of Guiducci’s first moves was overhauling the magazine’s Hollywood staff, such as by jettisoning some of the publication’s movie critics.
—Max Tani, semafor.com, 3 Nov. 2025
Her colleague Roberto Rodriguez, who ultimately voted against jettisoning the policy, asked to keep it in place while a subcommittee could work on changes to address others’ concerns.
—Jemma Stephenson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Oct. 2025
Starting with next year's release, Apple will be able to start jettisoning all Intel code from macOS, including (eventually) the Rosetta translation technology that allows Apple Silicon Macs to run Intel code at all.
—ArsTechnica, 15 Sep. 2025
There was a group of men, all of them in fear of retribution from the Union, who were jettisoning for Mexico, to build a life that accorded with their beliefs and to seek great fortune while doing so.
—Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
But in 2022, after hybrid work took hold, the company began jettisoning most of its Seattle-area offices outside of the Redmond headquarters.
—Seattle Times, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jettisoning
Noun
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The grim result was 11 points worse than the previous 82-50 low-point in 2005, which featured the ugly spectacle of a fan dumping popcorn on then-MU coach Quin Snyder.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Dec. 2025
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Meaning, as of now, there are no statewide regulations in place to prevent large-scale dumping of plastic bags already in storage once the phaseout begins.—
Chaewon Chung,
Sacbee.com,
23 Dec. 2025
Verb
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How To Prep Blueberries Before Washing Before cleaning, spread fresh blueberries onto a plate or tray and sort through, discarding any moldy, shriveled, or crushed berries, along with stray stems or leaves.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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The Fix-It Fair is designed to help community members breathe new life into their beloved but broken items, rather than discarding them.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Skim any excess fat from the top with a spoon and discard. Wipe out the Dutch oven, and heat over medium heat.—
Katlyn Moncada,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Dec. 2025
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Remove the seeds from the squash with a spoon and discard.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Some are even ditching their $300 formulas for this smoothing pick.—
Sophie Wirt,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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Gardeners, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are rebelling against throwaway culture by ditching disposable gardening.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In recent weeks, powerful atmospheric river storms have swept across Washington, Oregon and California, unloading enormous amounts of rain.—
Farshid Vahedifard,
The Conversation,
29 Dec. 2025
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As condo owners have been slapped with high fees and assessments that make their units difficult to sell, Zalewski expects people to start unloading their units and taking major losses.—
Catherine Odom,
Miami Herald,
29 Dec. 2025
Verb
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The loss dropped Sacramento to 8-29, half a game ahead of the New Orleans Pelicans for the worst record in the Western Conference, while the Kings’ losing streak extended to six games.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The pair have both been criticised for their roles in England losing the Ashes in Australia yet again, with the home side wrapping up the series in a record-equalling 11 days.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Jettisoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jettisoning. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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