as in excluded
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
the stiff entry fee is intended to eliminate less-than-serious competitors
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Recent Examples of eliminated
During his regime, political parties were eliminated, opponents were executed, and Park named himself president for life.
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Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The federal electric vehicle tax incentive was also eliminated in 2025, so there was a sales bump as American drivers took advantage of the tax credit before it was removed.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Albemarle eliminated up to 7% of its global workforce, representing 15% of non-manufacturing jobs to save the company $300 million to $400 million each year.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Who has been eliminated on 'The Traitors'?
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026
Back in the event for a second straight year, Powell returns after being eliminated in last year’s first round.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Brunson, for example, played just eight minutes before his team was eliminated.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026
When the Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention in December, some football fans were undoubtedly thrilled that Kansas City wouldn’t be in the Super Bowl again.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Before settling in California, Cal Matters reported, the paint companies hired lobbyists and spent $6 million to push a ballot measure that would have eliminated their liability and called for the state government to pay for paint removal.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026
The federal electric vehicle tax incentive was also eliminated in 2025, so there was a sales bump as American drivers took advantage of the tax credit before it was removed.
—Charles Singh, USA Today, 13 Feb. 2026
Albemarle eliminated up to 7% of its global workforce, representing 15% of non-manufacturing jobs to save the company $300 million to $400 million each year.
—Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2026
Who has been eliminated on 'The Traitors'?
—Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Feb. 2026
Back in the event for a second straight year, Powell returns after being eliminated in last year’s first round.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2026
Brunson, for example, played just eight minutes before his team was eliminated.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 13 Feb. 2026
When the Chiefs were eliminated from playoff contention in December, some football fans were undoubtedly thrilled that Kansas City wouldn’t be in the Super Bowl again.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Before settling in California, Cal Matters reported, the paint companies hired lobbyists and spent $6 million to push a ballot measure that would have eliminated their liability and called for the state government to pay for paint removal.
—Rory Linnane, jsonline.com, 12 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eliminated
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The report finds more than half (57%) of pregnant people and parents of babies under 1 report feeling excluded or unwelcome when trying to stay active.—
Hannah Silverman,
Parents,
8 Feb. 2026
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At the hearing, prosecutors argued Bremner's testimony should be excluded.—
Stephanie Slifer,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Her Awami League is banned from contesting in the upcoming vote.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The No Secret Police Act banned local law enforcement officers, officers from other states and federal law enforcement personnel from wearing masks except in specific circumstances — such as in tactical, SWAT or undercover operations.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Feb. 2026
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The initial hold-up that nearly prevented a Spanish figure skater from performing his short program, set to music from the Minions soundtrack, at the 2026 Winter Olympics was a 20-second segment at the beginning of his routine.—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Tyler Mahle had his first reasonably healthy season since 2022 and, despite some odd underlying metrics, prevented runs.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
10 Feb. 2026
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The law, Senate Bill 627, had prohibited local and federal ICE officers from wearing masks except for undercover work or health reasons.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
10 Feb. 2026
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Under this legislation, producers, importers and retailers are prohibited from destroying unsold non‑food products, including clothing and footwear, and are required to move excess stock toward donation, reuse or recycling.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Eliminated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eliminated. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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