1
as in stripping
to rid oneself of (a garment)
I removed my coat as soon as I got inside
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2
as in withdrawing
to take away from a place or position
he carefully removed the old manuscript from the shelf
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3
as in relocating
to change the place or position of
please remove that chair to the other room
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4
as in dismissing
to let go from office, service, or employment
voters removed the racist selectman from office the first chance they got
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Recent Examples of removing
The robot vacuum has 8,000Pa suction and a multidirectional floating roller brush with rubber and bristles, which does an excellent job of removing dust and debris from carpets.
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Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
But whereas many abundance advocates typically talk about removing government impediments to growth, such as zoning restrictions, Rodrik focusses on government interventions.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Described by survivors as a White, working-class male in his 30s, the serial killer gained entry into their homes by removing a small door panel.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Trump has also pressured countries into removing trade barriers that range from taxes on American beef and soybeans to car safety and local content requirements in Japan and Indonesia, according to the New York Times.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Yes, baking soda is effective at removing pet odors from carpets.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Rather than adding or removing reeds to balance fragrance impact in the space, adjust its room placement to fit its size or swap it for one that better matches your scent goals.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
In addition to dropping the live networks, YouTube TV also is removing any DVR library recordings users have made from those networks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The true engineering challenge is not removing people from the process.
—Joel Hron, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Terri Williams, Architectural Digest, 3 Nov. 2025
But whereas many abundance advocates typically talk about removing government impediments to growth, such as zoning restrictions, Rodrik focusses on government interventions.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2025
Described by survivors as a White, working-class male in his 30s, the serial killer gained entry into their homes by removing a small door panel.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 2 Nov. 2025
Trump has also pressured countries into removing trade barriers that range from taxes on American beef and soybeans to car safety and local content requirements in Japan and Indonesia, according to the New York Times.
—Jamie L. Lareau, USA Today, 2 Nov. 2025
Yes, baking soda is effective at removing pet odors from carpets.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Rather than adding or removing reeds to balance fragrance impact in the space, adjust its room placement to fit its size or swap it for one that better matches your scent goals.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
In addition to dropping the live networks, YouTube TV also is removing any DVR library recordings users have made from those networks.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The true engineering challenge is not removing people from the process.
—Joel Hron, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for removing
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Some people dress up in elaborate costumes on Halloween, but this year Taylor Swift is stripping things all the way back.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
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Taylor Swift is stripping things back.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
31 Oct. 2025
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After suffering a major setback in March by losing the capital of Khartoum, the RSF regained the initiative in the following months, culminating in the SAF withdrawing from its last stronghold in western Sudan, El Fasher, leaving it at the RSF’s mercy.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Oct. 2025
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The 3rd Battalion is undergoing modernization that includes refining tactics such as seizing key terrain for the rapid insertion and deployment of HIMARS launchers for strike missions, then withdrawing to a secure location.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Oct. 2025
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Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a Republican known for emphasizing public safety and fiscal restraint, made the pledge to appeal to New York City residents who may consider relocating to Long Island if the Democratic frontrunner takes City Hall, Blakeman's spokesman told the New York Post.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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For pet owner Tyler (who preferred not to use his last name), relocating from Napa to New York with his dog Bread meant jury-rigging a plan when no Bark flights were available on his travel date.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
29 Oct. 2025
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Venezuelans got accustomed to dismissing it all as noise, just a pretext the dictatorship employed to stamp out civil rights.—
Quico Toro,
The Atlantic,
4 Nov. 2025
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Despite mounting criticism and public skepticism, Cheney remained a vocal defender of the war, dismissing opposition as politically motivated.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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Though the Raiders’ 30-29 overtime defeat to the Jacksonville Jaguars represented progress, given that Las Vegas was coming off one of the most flaccid offensive performances of the 21st century, Sunday’s unhappy ending left those shedding silver-and-black uniforms feeling empty.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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The formula is designed to improve strand resilience, which can help reduce shedding and, in turn, create the appearance of fuller, healthier hair.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
30 Oct. 2025
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Both candidates had coattails, pulling along fellow Democrats as Republican turnout sagged.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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After decades of wars in the Middle East, many American politicians, civil society organizations, and citizens advocate for pulling back, arguing that the United States can no longer serve as the world’s policeman.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Williams, an undersized combo forward who carves out space at will and debated turning pro after a first-team All-Big-12 campaign last year, will be the fulcrum of everything after transferring from Texas Tech.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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They've been charged with receiving, transferring and attempting to receive and transfer firearms knowing and having reasonable cause to believe that they would be used to commit terrorism.—
Michael Ruiz,
FOXNews.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Losing to Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup led Amorim to discuss his long-term future at United, but senior executives have little appetite for sacking yet another head coach.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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The defensive line took advantage of a weak Auburn O-line, sacking Arnold five times.—
Maddie Hartley,
Kansas City Star,
19 Oct. 2025
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“Removing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/removing. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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