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clearing

[kleer-ing] / ˈklɪər ɪŋ /


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She said she had been clearing her yard with a chain saw when Regan called.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

These results suggest that the pesticide may contribute to Parkinson's disease by preventing cells from clearing away harmful material, allowing toxic proteins to build up over time.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Fire officials said these were part of ongoing efforts to mitigate some of the impacts clearing the site could have on the neighboring community and the environment.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

"We started clearing the debris. Loads of people had been food shopping so there was food everywhere," Hollands said.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026

Finally, the path opens to a broad clearing.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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