deletion

Example Sentences

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“The document has undergone substantial modifications and contains significant deletions of information that, in some instances, alter the conclusions originally presented.”

From Los Angeles Times

The deletions and revisions are likely to deepen concerns over the LAFD’s ability to acknowledge its mistakes before and during its response to the blaze — and to avoid similar mistakes in the future.

From Los Angeles Times

The deletions and revisions are likely to deepen concerns over the LAFD’s ability to acknowledge its mistakes before and during the blaze — and to avoid repeating them in the future.

From Los Angeles Times

The S&P 500 index is rebalanced each quarter and that action is often accompanied by additions and deletions.

From Barron's

Any edits, changes or deletions of an embryo’s genes could be passed down to future generations, including unintended mistakes.

From The Wall Street Journal