Verbs for Elimination

to remove a piece of data from a computer or smartphone

She decided to delete the old files from her computer to free up space.

to leave out or exclude something or someone, usually intentionally, from a list, text, or action

The speaker decided to omit certain details from the presentation to keep it concise.

to fully remove or get rid of something

The exterminator worked to eliminate the infestation of pests in the house.

to get rid of something, often by throwing it away or selling it

We need to remove the old furniture from the house before the renovation.

to remove something completely from existence or memory

Time cannot erase the memories of significant life events.

to completely destroy something, particularly a problem or threat

The international community is collaborating to eradicate the illegal wildlife trade.

to make something disappear

The teacher successfully dispelled any confusion by providing clear explanations.

to free from something undesirable or unwanted

She decided to rid her closet of old clothes by donating them to charity.

to remove something, often by erasing or crossing it out

The teacher asked the students to expunge the incorrect answers and write the correct ones.

to dispose of something

Tired of the old furniture, they decided to ditch it and buy new pieces.

easy to understand

His instructions were clear, allowing everyone to follow them without confusion.

to stop using or having something

In an effort to reduce waste, the company decided to do away with single-use plastic in its packaging.

to entirely remove something

They wiped the stain out from the carpet using a cleaning solution.

to get rid of something that is no longer needed

She recently discarded old clothes from her wardrobe to make space for new ones.

to get rid of something that is old or no longer of use

When upgrading the computer system, the IT department had to scrap the old hardware.

to throw away something, often in a responsible manner

The city provides special bins to safely dispose of hazardous materials.

to get rid of waste material, particularly in an unorganized manner

Instead of recycling, some businesses opt to dump electronic waste in landfills.

to eliminate something unwanted or challenging

I need to throw off these old clothes and make space in my closet.

to remove something completely, as if pulling it up by the roots

The gardener had to root out the stubborn weeds from the flowerbed.

to completely clean something, particularly the skin

The spa offers a variety of treatments to cleanse and rejuvenate the skin.

to clean and improve the quality of a substance by removing impurities and increasing its concentration

In the lab, students learn how to purify solvents by distillation in organic chemistry experiments.

to expel waste or contents from the body through defecation or vomiting

After eating spoiled food, he began to purge violently.

to use a soft cloth or tool to clean and remove particles from the surface of objects, like furniture

She regularly dusts the bookshelves to keep them free of accumulated dust.

to remove something, often by rubbing or gentle wiping

The artist decided to efface the pencil sketch and start the drawing anew.

to eliminate or neutralize harmful substances

Environmental initiatives aim to detoxify polluted water sources for the well-being of aquatic ecosystems.

to remove unwanted or harmful substances from another substance

The water treatment plant uses filtration methods to refine drinking water and remove contaminants.