as in removal
the getting rid of whatever is unwanted or useless
the daily discarding of all unwanted e-mail
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as in dumping
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
discard an old, torn sweater
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Recent Examples of discarding
Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Strain the chile-shallot mixture, discarding any liquid.
—Lynn Derrick and Janelle Weaver, Saveur, 27 Nov. 2024
Belkin also cautions against discarding the power bank in a trash or recycling bin.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 27 Nov. 2024
This transition of nutrients is a little like recycling—instead of discarding the valuable nutrients when leaves fall and small stems are killed by cold temperatures, the plant is reclaiming the nutrients for use next year.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
To remove the excess salt and water of a wet brine, the Test Kitchen team recommends using paper towels to thoroughly blot the turkey dry, discarding those towels, then washing hands very well before proceeding to the rest of meal prep.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024
In addition, the challenge advocates for discarding vices like alcohol and drugs.
—Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
The researchers recruited 176 people with ‘high’ hoarding behavior who were asked to imagine a negative outcome from discarding an object they were still attached to and had difficulty discarding.
—New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2024
They were then randomized into one of four conditions and presented with a discarding task.
—New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2024
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As many businesses face the harsh reality of discarding valuable data due to high costs, Axiom provides a solution that allows for comprehensive data retention—enabling companies to prepare for future advancements in AI and analytics.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Strain the chile-shallot mixture, discarding any liquid.
—Lynn Derrick and Janelle Weaver, Saveur, 27 Nov. 2024
Belkin also cautions against discarding the power bank in a trash or recycling bin.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 27 Nov. 2024
This transition of nutrients is a little like recycling—instead of discarding the valuable nutrients when leaves fall and small stems are killed by cold temperatures, the plant is reclaiming the nutrients for use next year.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2024
To remove the excess salt and water of a wet brine, the Test Kitchen team recommends using paper towels to thoroughly blot the turkey dry, discarding those towels, then washing hands very well before proceeding to the rest of meal prep.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Oct. 2024
In addition, the challenge advocates for discarding vices like alcohol and drugs.
—Mikelle Street, Them, 9 Oct. 2024
The researchers recruited 176 people with ‘high’ hoarding behavior who were asked to imagine a negative outcome from discarding an object they were still attached to and had difficulty discarding.
—New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2024
They were then randomized into one of four conditions and presented with a discarding task.
—New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discarding
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For longer-lasting results, try laser hair removal or electrolysis.4 Medications like antiandrogens or topical Vaniqa (eflornithine) cream can also slow hair growth.4 Infertility Maintaining a healthy weight and managing insulin resistance can improve fertility.Brandi Jones, MSN-Ed, Health, 8 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, as of a few days ago, more than 250 people had signed a petition demanding the removal of the fences.Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 7 Dec. 2024
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Amador Valley opened up the scoring on its first drive as quarterback Tristan Tia madly scrambled for nearly 10 seconds before dumping the ball off to junior running back Vince Maiorana, who took it 43 yards to the house for a touchdown.Justice delos Santos, The Mercury News, 7 Dec. 2024
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Jared Goff beat Green Bay’s blitz up the middle by dumping the ball to running back Jahmyr Gibbs for a 2-yard touchdown.NBC News, NBC News, 6 Dec. 2024
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Small businesses often face the daunting challenge of competing with larger competitors who have significantly more resources at their disposal.Dean Ben-Zour, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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While that is a considerable amount of easing in a short period of time, Fed officials have tools at their disposal to let the markets know that future cuts will not come so easily.Jeff Cox, CNBC, 17 Dec. 2024
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Supermarkets have been losing ground in recent decades to competition, and Kroger and Albertsons wanted to merge to better fight off Walmart and Amazon.Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Monarchs haven’t come close to losing all season thanks to a dominating defense and an offense that relies on running back Jordon Davison and quarterback Dash Beierly, who are committed to Oregon and Washington, respectively.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Surveillance footage showed the suspect fleeing the scene on a bicycle, abandoning it in Central Park, and later boarding a bus at a station in Upper Manhattan.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Videos on social media showed Syrian forces abandoning their posts and melting away.Victoria Beaule, ABC News, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Discarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discarding. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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