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as in sheds
to rid oneself of (a garment)
I removed my coat as soon as I got inside
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2
as in withdraws
to take away from a place or position
he carefully removed the old manuscript from the shelf
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as in relocates
to change the place or position of
please remove that chair to the other room
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as in dismisses
to let go from office, service, or employment
voters removed the racist selectman from office the first chance they got
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
their farm is just a remove of two miles from the town center
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Recent Examples of removes
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
The AquaTru Classic is a highly effective countertop reverse osmosis system with a four-stage filtration process that removes up to 99 percent of more than 80 contaminants, including lead, fluoride and PFAS.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Because that removes the base of support, all of your core (your rectus abdominis, obliques, transverse abdominis, and even pelvic floor) has to really fire to keep you from tipping over.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 5 Sep. 2025
Leaving the area removes temptation to touch the firearm and reduces danger of negligent injury from another person.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
In addition to collecting data or exploration, Deep Emerald removes litter from the lake and helps identify aquatic invasive species.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Stray Bullets • In this week’s post-credits scene, Adrian removes the pants of the drunk, sleeping John Economos and plants a tender kiss on his forehead.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
For the airlines, the rollback removes a looming financial and logistical burden.
—AFAR Media, 5 Sep. 2025
Addressing this issue, the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST) has developed an ultrasonic washing device that removes salt from sea sand effectively.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
Verb
Washing and disinfecting decorative pumpkins removes fungal spores and will slow that process down.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 7 Sep. 2025
The AquaTru Classic is a highly effective countertop reverse osmosis system with a four-stage filtration process that removes up to 99 percent of more than 80 contaminants, including lead, fluoride and PFAS.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Because that removes the base of support, all of your core (your rectus abdominis, obliques, transverse abdominis, and even pelvic floor) has to really fire to keep you from tipping over.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 5 Sep. 2025
Leaving the area removes temptation to touch the firearm and reduces danger of negligent injury from another person.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 5 Sep. 2025
In addition to collecting data or exploration, Deep Emerald removes litter from the lake and helps identify aquatic invasive species.
—Amelia Wu, Sacbee.com, 5 Sep. 2025
Stray Bullets • In this week’s post-credits scene, Adrian removes the pants of the drunk, sleeping John Economos and plants a tender kiss on his forehead.
—Scott Meslow, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2025
For the airlines, the rollback removes a looming financial and logistical burden.
—AFAR Media, 5 Sep. 2025
Addressing this issue, the Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology (KIOST) has developed an ultrasonic washing device that removes salt from sea sand effectively.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for removes
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The Price Tracker also sheds light on national trends.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Sep. 2025
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There are a number of changes to addresses for 2026 as the IRS sheds employees and consolidates spaces.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Cabaret is cutting its Broadway run short as star Billy Porter withdraws from the production.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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Innovation fades, and the team quietly withdraws.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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So the idea is that, when Dunder Mifflin’s Scranton office closes, Enervate relocates Oscar to its Toledo newspaper.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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In the first episode, the family relocates to the Hamptons for the summer as Alec prepares for the criminal trial in New Mexico.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Ashton also dismisses the concerns that a three-year degree lacks the many electives and opportunities for self-discovery.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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Trump's approach dismisses collective security and weakens NATO's cohesion.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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This mechanism explains why PAH emission is detectable at such vast distances from the galaxy, according to the statement.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Visibility may drop suddenly and over short distances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Early’s script pulls from TV movies like Kate’s Secret and Perfect Body, while also referencing classic cinema like Suddenly, Last Summer and The Children’s Hour.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Farktop Trench Coat is a true fall staple that instantly pulls an outfit together and makes even sweats look polished.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The job market moves quickly, and preparation is your competitive advantage.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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The all-new Habiton lives and sleeps larger than its footprint thanks an entire room that actually moves back and forth.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Sink retires after more than 30 years in the energy industry, holding leadership roles in both business operations and financial management.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
2 Sep. 2025
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Known for his larger-than-life personality – and the even bigger mascot heads he’s worn – Corso retires as one of the pioneers of football television.—
Ben Morse,
CNN Money,
30 Aug. 2025
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“Removes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/removes. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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