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

The BBC understands the Duke of Norfolk accepts the will of Parliament to get rid of hereditary peers but believes it's right the ceremonial roles should continue.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

“First, investors get rid of all the names and they sell everything,” says Shaul Eyal of TD Cowen.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

She had looked forward to a night surrounded by people, but now they wanted to get rid of her.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer