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elimination

[ih-lim-uh-ney-shuhn] / ɪˌlɪm əˈneɪ ʃən /


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With the U.S. facing elimination in the 2010 group stage, Donovan stepped up with a 91st-minute winner to keep his side in the tournament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The study concluded that the “overall impacts” of COVID-19 and elimination of standardized testing requirements “appear limited.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Pricing depends on age, health, inflation riders, benefit period, elimination period and whether it’s traditional or hybrid.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026

Djokovic's elimination means a first-time Grand Slam champion is guaranteed, following the shock departure of heavy favourite Sinner on Thursday.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

I’d become more consistent in winning my pool matches and a few direct elimination bouts, but nothing to brag about.

From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad




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