removal
noun
re·mov·al
ri-ˈmü-vəl 
Examples of removal in a Sentence
We arranged for the removal of the old car.
The city is having problems with trash removal.
Surgical removal of the tumor might be necessary.
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How activists reacted to the Pride flag removal at Stonewall.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Godwin is well known in the space, having assisted law enforcement nationwide leading to the removal of hundreds of criminals from the streets.
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Its removal sparked uproar among LGBTQ activists, as well as stark criticism from city and state leaders.
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Ortiz was punished the following year with his removal from Welch’s leadership team.
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Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Godwin is well known in the space, having assisted law enforcement nationwide leading to the removal of hundreds of criminals from the streets.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2026
Its removal sparked uproar among LGBTQ activists, as well as stark criticism from city and state leaders.
—Sophie Brams, The Hill, 13 Feb. 2026
Ortiz was punished the following year with his removal from Welch’s leadership team.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Feb. 2026
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“Removal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/removal. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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removal
noun
re·mov·al
ri-ˈmü-vəl
: the act of removing : the fact of being removed
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