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Recent Examples of Synonyms for taking (away)
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The new material uses a common wood waste product to create a greener future for electronics, removing toxic metals and avoiding complex, polluting manufacturing methods.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025 -
But removing humans from the loop entirely would be a mistake.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
10 Nov. 2025
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Keep in mind that drought-tolerant natives should be well-watered their first year or two before curtailing or eliminating watering altogether.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
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Either way, taking control of your laundry routine is a major step toward eliminating the clothes chair clutter.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Taking (away).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/taking%20%28away%29. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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