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as in ejecting
to drive or force out
animal lover though I am, I was determined to expel the uninvited mouse from my room
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as in radiating
to throw or give off
something in a wastebasket was expelling a foul odor
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as in erupting
to violently throw out or off (something from within)
ringing and flashing madly, the slot machine expelled a bucketful of quarters
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as in exhaling
to let or force out of the lungs
asked the patient to expel a deep breath
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Recent Examples of expelling
In August, supermarket chain Aldi recalled approximately 28,000 Ambiano Single Serve Coffee Makers after receiving 25 reports of the machines expelling hot water, resulting in three burn injuries.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The smart tool is also equipped with a HEPA (or high-efficiency particulate air) filtration system, which captures microscopic particles and allergens while expelling cleaner air.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
While proponents of mass deportations have argued that expelling millions of people could help the affordability crisis by curbing demand, that pullback would be overshadowed greatly by the lack of worker supply, economists said.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Each one is equipped with a rapid-release valve for expelling all hydrogen gas in the event of a fire.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada was expelling the Indian high commissioner and the others – all persons of interest, as Canada’s foreign minister said police had uncovered evidence of a worsening campaign against Canadian citizens by agents of the Indian government.
—Rob Gillies, Aijaz Hussain, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 Oct. 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada was expelling the Indian high commissioner and the others—all persons of interest, as Canada's foreign minister said police had uncovered evidence of a worsening campaign against Canadian citizens by agents of the Indian government.
—Rob Gillies, TIME, 14 Oct. 2024
The extraordinary step has sharply escalated diplomatic tensions between the countries, with India swiftly expelling six Canadian diplomats in response, including the acting High Commissioner Stewart Ross Wheeler, according to a statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Felled by a heart attack on Martha’s Vineyard, just days after expelling Pete.
—Chad Pergram, Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The smart tool is also equipped with a HEPA (or high-efficiency particulate air) filtration system, which captures microscopic particles and allergens while expelling cleaner air.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
While proponents of mass deportations have argued that expelling millions of people could help the affordability crisis by curbing demand, that pullback would be overshadowed greatly by the lack of worker supply, economists said.
—Alicia Wallace, CNN, 21 Nov. 2024
Each one is equipped with a rapid-release valve for expelling all hydrogen gas in the event of a fire.
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada was expelling the Indian high commissioner and the others – all persons of interest, as Canada’s foreign minister said police had uncovered evidence of a worsening campaign against Canadian citizens by agents of the Indian government.
—Rob Gillies, Aijaz Hussain, The Christian Science Monitor, 15 Oct. 2024
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canada was expelling the Indian high commissioner and the others—all persons of interest, as Canada's foreign minister said police had uncovered evidence of a worsening campaign against Canadian citizens by agents of the Indian government.
—Rob Gillies, TIME, 14 Oct. 2024
The extraordinary step has sharply escalated diplomatic tensions between the countries, with India swiftly expelling six Canadian diplomats in response, including the acting High Commissioner Stewart Ross Wheeler, according to a statement from India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
—Hanna Ziady, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
Felled by a heart attack on Martha’s Vineyard, just days after expelling Pete.
—Chad Pergram, Fox News, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expelling
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Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
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Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
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Republicans often invoke Soros's name in campaign rhetoric, casting him as a symbol of elite liberal influence.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
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Speaking of voters, as one of the 50 AP voters, I am stressed about casting my ballot for league MVP this year.Dianna Russini, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
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Eyewitness accounts and mobile phone videos circulating online show that the aircraft descended steeply before crashing into the ground and erupting into flames.Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 25 Dec. 2024
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Lava is erupting from vents on the west part of the caldera wall, feeding lava flows that cover the area of Halemaʻumaʻu crater.Lucia Suarez Sang, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Top Stories Just before Christmas, Biden egregiously commuted the sentences of 37 out of 40 death row inmates, dismissing years of careful work by prosecutors, judges, and juries.The Editors, National Review, 6 Jan. 2025
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The company stuck to its core DVD rental model while dismissing opportunities to innovate on the periphery.ByMargie Warrell, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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After releasing their independent debut record in 1987, Jane’s released their major label debut, Nothing’s Shocking, in 1988.Aaron Gilbreath, SPIN, 31 Dec. 2024
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Morgan Wallen treated his fans to a New Year's Eve surprise by releasing a new song.George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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The sun is spitting out fantastic flares, hurling solar material at Earth and triggering spectacular auroras.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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An Ohio mother is facing criminal charges for allegedly abusing her baby by spitting at her and pouring dish soap down her mouth, authorities said.Nicole Acosta, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Pictures and video included with that post showed the helicopter burning in a field, emitting dark black plumes of smoke.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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But this process comes with a hefty environmental cost, relying on fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases.Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
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In the case of Sunday's plane tragedy in South Korea, the pilot of Jeju Air Flight 2216 had declared mayday after issuing the bird strike alert, said Joo Jong-wan, director of the aviation policy division at South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.Marlene Lenthang, NBC News, 31 Dec. 2024
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Written by Celia Marks and a team of editors at Southern Living Magazine, the party cookbook is brimming with sensible, tactful advice about issuing invitations, entertaining in limited spaces and seating arrangements.Rai Mincey, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Expelling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expelling. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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