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removal
noun
re·mov·al
ri-ˈmü-vəl
Synonyms
Examples of removal in a Sentence
We arranged for the removal of the old car.
The city is having problems with trash removal.
Surgical removal of the tumor might be necessary.
Recent Examples on the Web
Humanitarian migrants, such as those in the U.S. through humanitarian parole or Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are among those who could be targeted for removal under the next administration.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
In total, nine of the defendants had pushed for Willis' removal, while six did not.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 20 Dec. 2024
The passengers said they were singled out for removal from their flight under the guise of an odor complaint.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 20 Dec. 2024
One major point was that billionaire Trump lieutenant Elon Musk allegedly stands to benefit from the removal of restrictions on outbound investment to China.
—Andrew Solender, Axios, 19 Dec. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1595, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing removal
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“Removal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/removal. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
Kids Definition
removal
noun
re·mov·al
ri-ˈmü-vəl
: the act of removing : the fact of being removed
Legal Definition
removal
noun
re·mov·al
: the act or process of removing : the fact of being removed
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