as in dumping
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as in discarding
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
just jettison that plan, because we know it won't work
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Noun
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The Center for Public Integrity also alleged that PG&E didn't inform local water boards about the dumping until 21 years later in 1987.—
Jessica Sager,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025 -
The flames had spread far enough by this point to put the truck's dumping mechanism out of commission.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Add the marinated tenderloin, discarding marinade, and sear about 3 minutes on all sides until browned and crusty.—
Susan Selasky,
Detroit Free Press,
24 Dec. 2024
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That stability, in and of itself, counsels against discarding the presidential election system for any but the most compelling of reasons.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Dec. 2024
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Avoid open flames and sparks, don't park vehicles on dry grass and discard of cigarettes carefully, the weather service in Albuquerque warned Saturday, adding that winds will be at their strongest Saturday and again on Tuesday.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2025
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Textile discards make up a huge portion of landfills, so look for a way those clothes can be reused or recycled.—
Jessica Farthing,
Southern Living,
29 Nov. 2024
Verb
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Since losing to Northern Illinois in early September, the Fighting Irish have won 11 consecutive games.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Since winning the Big 12 and the Sugar Bowl in the 2021 season, the Bears had two losing seasons in a row, including a 3-9 mark last season.—
Dan Santaromita,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Jettisoning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jettisoning. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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