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elimination

Pronunciation: [ɪˌlɪməˈneɪʃən]

Word

Learn how to use elimination in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “competition”

(noun) the process of removing someone or something from a competition or group. It’s like when one player or team is not in the game anymore because they didn’t win.

Example

The elimination of the weaker teams made the championship more exciting.

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Elimination from the tournament was disappointing for the players.

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Which teams faced elimination in the last round of the competition?

Context: “removal”

(noun) the act of getting rid of something or making it go away. This might be cleaning up or solving a problem.

Example

The elimination of waste helped keep the environment clean.

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The excessive elimination of trees can hurt the local wildlife.

Example

What methods can we use for the elimination of pests from the garden?

Context: “problem-solving”

(noun) removing a problem or obstacle so that things can be easier or better. It’s like clearing away what is bothering you.

Example

The elimination of distractions helped the students focus on their studies.

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The elimination of all safety rules can lead to dangerous situations.

Example

How can we work on the elimination of issues in our project?

How to pronounce elimination

Pronunciation: [ɪˌlɪməˈneɪʃən]

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