as in disposal
the getting rid of whatever is unwanted or useless
a product for the removal of warts
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Recent Examples of removal
Just a few weeks earlier, North Carolina’s governor, Josh Stein, was forced to appeal the federal government’s refusal to continue funding 100% of the state’s debris removal costs in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
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Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
This storyline allows Tonga's removal from TV without directly acknowledging the real-life injury, a common practice in professional wrestling.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Acrylic also requires special removal, so opt for this Willowash electric nail soaking bowl for best results.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Finally, the highest-end personal plan is Surfshark One+, which adds data removal by Incogni.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
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Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
This storyline allows Tonga's removal from TV without directly acknowledging the real-life injury, a common practice in professional wrestling.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Apr. 2025
Acrylic also requires special removal, so opt for this Willowash electric nail soaking bowl for best results.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Finally, the highest-end personal plan is Surfshark One+, which adds data removal by Incogni.
—K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for removal
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And with the nuclear sector showing signs of undergoing a renaissance—as countries look to decarbonize energy production and with the tech sector seeking ways to power its electricity-hungry AI systems—the pressure for nuclear-waste disposal is likely to grow.—
Marta Abbà,
Wired News,
23 Apr. 2025
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All season, Wolves wing Donte DiVincenzo has preached the power of having both options at the team’s disposal.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
22 Apr. 2025
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In Mexico, Playas de Tijuana beaches and residents are also severely impacted, experiencing frequent beach closures and health risks due to untreated sewage dumping into the ocean south of Tijuana.—
Phillip Musegaas,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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The dumping of those securities could easily cause a spike in interest rates.—
Robert Barone,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Removal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/removal. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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