get rid of

Example Sentences

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The Universal Waste Management System, as the device is officially called, uses airflow to get rid of waste.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

If not for the humans on hand — the ones they eventually want to get rid of — the students would be lost in confusion.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

"If a person wants to stop me in the street and talk football, unfortunately you can't get rid of me."

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

“If we can bring in other assets and tools to assist TSA to get rid of these lines, yes, I think that makes a lot of sense.”

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

Nicole knew all about lactic acid buildup, but she was surprised Rashawn knew about it, and what to do to get rid of it.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith