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delete

Pronunciation: [/dɪˈliːt/]

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delete: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use delete in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(verb) to remove something from a computer, website, or other digital device. It's like erasing something from your computer to make it disappear.

Example

I need to delete some old files to free up space on my computer.

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Accidentally deleting important emails can cause a lot of trouble.

Example

Did you accidentally delete that document?

Context: “communication”

(verb) to erase or remove something written or spoken. It's like taking out a word or sentence so it's no longer there.

Example

I had to delete a sentence that didn't make sense in my essay.

Example

Don't delete any key information from the report.

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Should I delete this paragraph from the document?

How to pronounce delete

Pronunciation: [/dɪˈliːt/]

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