eliminate
Pronunciation: [ɪˈlɪmɪˌneɪt]
Word
Context: "removal"
(verb) to completely get rid of something or to make it not exist anymore. When you eliminate something, you take it away so it can't be seen or done.
Example
The team worked hard to eliminate unnecessary costs from the project.
Example
They couldn't eliminate all the problems even after trying many solutions.
Example
What steps can we take to eliminate waste at school?
Context: "competition"
(verb) to remove someone from a game or competition. If a player is eliminated, it means they can no longer participate.
Example
She played really well and eliminated her opponent in the first round.
Example
He was not eliminated from the tournament after his first match.
Example
Who was eliminated from the contest last night?
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