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deleting

Pronunciation: [dɪˈliːtɪŋ]

Word

Context: “computing”

(verb) to remove something, like a file or a message, from a computer or device. When you delete something, it’s like making it disappear.

Example

I deleted the old files to make space for new ones.

Example

I didn’t delete the important documents by mistake.

Example

Did you remember to delete that unwanted email?

Context: “general action”

(verb) to take away or erase something from a list or record. When you delete a word from your notebook, it's no longer there.

Example

She deleted his name from the guest list.

Example

He decided not to delete his favorite song from the playlist.

Example

What do you want to delete from your notes?

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