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as in sheds
to rid oneself of (a garment)
I removed my coat as soon as I got inside
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2
as in withdraws
to take away from a place or position
he carefully removed the old manuscript from the shelf
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as in relocates
to change the place or position of
please remove that chair to the other room
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as in dismisses
to let go from office, service, or employment
voters removed the racist selectman from office the first chance they got
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as in distances
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
their farm is just a remove of two miles from the town center
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Recent Examples of removes
Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2025
His parents anxiously sat by Bennett's bedside after he was put on an ECMO machine, which removes carbon dioxide and oxygenates blood to be sent back to the body.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
According to Salus Research clinical trials, the toothbrush improves gum health and removes twice as much plaque compared to a manual brush.
—Dianne Plummer, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
White vinegar naturally breaks down grease, removes fingerprints, and eliminates bacteria due to its mild acidity.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
But the recommendation removes the choice.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 18 Sep. 2025
However, picking better candidates not only makes tactical sense but also removes much of the opportunity for the other side to tear them down.
—Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
This agreement removes that barrier to equal access for passengers with disabilities and provides a mechanism to compensate those harmed by Uber's past wait time fee policy.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
With Paget’s disease, new bone forms more quickly than the body removes old bone.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 11 Sep. 2025
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As of Friday, the economists are looking for a 3% year-over-year rise in the core PCE index, which removes volatile food and energy prices.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2025
His parents anxiously sat by Bennett's bedside after he was put on an ECMO machine, which removes carbon dioxide and oxygenates blood to be sent back to the body.
—Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
According to Salus Research clinical trials, the toothbrush improves gum health and removes twice as much plaque compared to a manual brush.
—Dianne Plummer, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
White vinegar naturally breaks down grease, removes fingerprints, and eliminates bacteria due to its mild acidity.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025
But the recommendation removes the choice.
—Nathaniel Weixel, The Hill, 18 Sep. 2025
However, picking better candidates not only makes tactical sense but also removes much of the opportunity for the other side to tear them down.
—Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
This agreement removes that barrier to equal access for passengers with disabilities and provides a mechanism to compensate those harmed by Uber's past wait time fee policy.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
With Paget’s disease, new bone forms more quickly than the body removes old bone.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for removes
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By focusing on Picasso’s relationship with performance and passion for theatre, the exhibition sheds new light on his creative legacy and invites contemporary audiences to question how art, identity, and spectacle intertwine.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Now a Lexington Police Department incident report sheds more light on the shocking crime.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
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If America now withdraws from its leadership role in diplomatic efforts to end the war, the bloodshed will only continue.—
Dmytro Razumkov,
Time,
16 Sep. 2025
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Cabaret is cutting its Broadway run short as star Billy Porter withdraws from the production.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Sep. 2025
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That could mean preserving the Seaquarium’s aquarium as an attraction while the Dolphin Company relocates or sells to competitors the dolphins, sea lions and other mammals that have long been the stars of the park.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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In real estate, a neighborhood can be overlooked for years until a new transit line opens or a major employer relocates nearby.—
Jack Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Judge dismisses case against 'fake electors' in Michigan Congress to hear more about UFOs.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
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Ashton also dismisses the concerns that a three-year degree lacks the many electives and opportunities for self-discovery.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
26 Aug. 2025
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All the victories were gate to wire fashion at sprint distances.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The robot firm has also revealed its new robotic equipment that allows humans to access and control this humanoid from large distances.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Sep. 2025
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Open Edit Satin Midi Skirt Equal parts sleek and versatile, this satin midi skirt is one of those rare finds that packs light but pulls heavy duty.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Sep. 2025
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Coach Bart pulls the boy aside.—
Matthew Shen Goodman,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
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Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray has confirmed plans to pursue the death penalty, meaning Robinson will remain in custody without bail as the case moves toward trial.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry
Joshua Rhett Miller,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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Conventional engines burn fuel in a steady process, where the flame front (the area at which combustion occurs) moves smoothly through a propellant mixture to produce continuous thrust.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Even Tana French’s latest crime novels have featured a cop who retires due to the systemic racism of his previous job.—
Grace Byron,
Vulture,
8 Sep. 2025
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Sink retires after more than 30 years in the energy industry, holding leadership roles in both business operations and financial management.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Removes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/removes. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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