eliminations
Pronunciation: [ɪˌlɪmɪˈneɪʃənz]
Word
Context: "games"
(noun) the process of removing players or teams from a competition. This happens when someone doesn't win or advance to the next round. Think of it like a game where only the best players move forward.
Example
The eliminations in the tournament were exciting, and the best teams advanced to the finals.
Example
Some players were disappointed by their eliminations, feeling they could have performed better.
Example
How do the eliminations work in this competition?
Context: "decision making"
(noun) the act of getting rid of options or choices. This means you look at different possibilities and decide which ones are not good or needed anymore.
Example
After careful consideration, she made several eliminations from her list of possible vacation spots.
Example
His indecision led to no eliminations being made, and the list became longer instead.
Example
What eliminations did you make from your list of candidates?
0s0s