as in clearing
to remove the contents of
empty the room before starting to paint the ceiling
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Recent Examples of emptying
This means emptying out saucers, watering cans, and baby pools.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Across China, Japan and South Korea, young people left their countryside homes in droves to find work in major cities, often leaving behind emptying villages occupied by a shrinking number of elderly people.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Along with sorting laundry, Martha recommends emptying pockets, zipping zippers, opening up buttons, tying loose strings, turning garments inside out, and blotting any stains to prevent them from spreading.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
This keeps the sidewalks cleaner, saves the cost of emptying trash cans, and keeps away vermin.
—Stephen Wade, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The preparation requires emptying the colon, typically with a liquid-only diet and laxatives, which can be unpleasant.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
Draconian pandemic lockdowns forced expat families to pack up and leave, emptying international schools.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Its FlexiArm Design reaches into hidden corners, while the Smart Dock handles the ick with self-emptying, self-washing, and warm-air drying to prevent odors.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Because of the Levoit Aero’s auto-emptying system, the freestanding charging dock does require a plug.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 May 2026
Across China, Japan and South Korea, young people left their countryside homes in droves to find work in major cities, often leaving behind emptying villages occupied by a shrinking number of elderly people.
—Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Along with sorting laundry, Martha recommends emptying pockets, zipping zippers, opening up buttons, tying loose strings, turning garments inside out, and blotting any stains to prevent them from spreading.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
This keeps the sidewalks cleaner, saves the cost of emptying trash cans, and keeps away vermin.
—Stephen Wade, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The preparation requires emptying the colon, typically with a liquid-only diet and laxatives, which can be unpleasant.
—Ashley Olivine, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
Draconian pandemic lockdowns forced expat families to pack up and leave, emptying international schools.
—Andy Browne, semafor.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Its FlexiArm Design reaches into hidden corners, while the Smart Dock handles the ick with self-emptying, self-washing, and warm-air drying to prevent odors.
—Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026
Because of the Levoit Aero’s auto-emptying system, the freestanding charging dock does require a plug.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emptying
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Highs will reach the low to mid 80s before a cold front drops Tuesday night's lows back down, clearing the way for a cooler, quieter midweek.—
Ahmad Bajjey,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Meanwhile, about a kilometre away, workers began clearing debris from the old site of the primary-care center, making room for a permanent replacement.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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Aerial footage of the fire showed clouds of thick smoke, several water-dropping helicopters and residents evacuating their homes.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
18 May 2026
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Officers began evacuating other homes in the neighborhood as the fire grew and gunshots continued to ring out in the neighborhood.—
Caelyn Pender,
Mercury News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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An old toothbrush is helpful for cleaning tight areas.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
16 May 2026
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When the bubbles stop, use a clean cloth to wipe away the stain and cleaning residue.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 May 2026
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Plant the cutting in well-draining soil in a 12-inch tall pot that’s about 6 inches wide so the roots have plenty of room to grow.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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More turbulent water draining from the desert via seasonal drainage channels called wadis might have brought others.—
Geoff Emberling,
The Conversation,
19 May 2026
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In a message to residents, City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto confirmed Wang has resigned from the City Council, vacating her role as mayor, following the federal charges.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 May 2026
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But also the other side of it was the fact that industry was declining, and vacating a lot of spaces.—
Matt Thompson,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
Verb
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Trump said that, if elected, Letlow would assist his administration with energy development, lowering taxes and eliminating regulations.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
17 May 2026
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Raman has pledged her support for expanding the state’s $750-million tax incentive program, streamlining permitting and lowering fees and eliminating those for small productions.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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“Emptying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emptying. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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