elimination

Example Sentences

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Measles was declared eliminated from the U.S. in 2000, but the country is likely to lose its elimination status.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

This is April, and no one is facing elimination any time soon.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Meanwhile, only 2 in 10 workers feel confident their job is safe from elimination, according to ADP research released late last month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

The elimination of so many Iranian VIPs since last June’s 12-day war has diminished the theocracy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

By their elimination the total load of carcinogens would be enormously lightened, and the threat that one in every four will develop cancer would at least be greatly mitigated.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson