dislodge
verb
dis·lodge
(ˌ)dis-ˈläj 
dislodged; dislodging; dislodges
1
: to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage
2
: to force out of a secure or settled position
dislodged the rock with a shovel
: to leave a place previously occupied
Examples of dislodge in a Sentence
The earthquake dislodged several boulders from the cliff.
He kicked at the stone to dislodge it.
The army has dislodged enemy forces from their stronghold.
Recent Examples on the Web
Investigators said the aluminum shaft of a badminton racket became dislodged from its wooden handle before hitting the girl in the head and piercing through her skull.
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Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 7 June 2024
While losing your mucus plug can be a helpful indication that labor is approaching, just keep in mind that not all people notice it because it can be dislodged in small amounts over time.
—Elizabeth Stein, Cnm, Parents, 7 June 2024
In recall documents, Kia said that the adjustment switch on the power seat can dislodge if hit too forcefully, locking in the position of the seat while the seat motor is still running.
—Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 7 June 2024
Your body must dislodge the mucus plug from your cervix to deliver the infant.
—Jessica Migala, Health, 26 May 2024
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Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 7 June 2024
While losing your mucus plug can be a helpful indication that labor is approaching, just keep in mind that not all people notice it because it can be dislodged in small amounts over time.
—Elizabeth Stein, Cnm, Parents, 7 June 2024
In recall documents, Kia said that the adjustment switch on the power seat can dislodge if hit too forcefully, locking in the position of the seat while the seat motor is still running.
—Khristopher J. Brooks, CBS News, 7 June 2024
Your body must dislodge the mucus plug from your cervix to deliver the infant.
—Jessica Migala, Health, 26 May 2024
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“Dislodge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dislodge. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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dislodge
verb
dis·lodge
(ˈ)dis-ˈläj
: to force out of a place especially of rest, hiding, or defense
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