get rid of

Example Sentences

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That can happen in civil litigation: Sometimes you have a private agreement, where both sides agree that they want to get rid of the case before they make a federal case out of it.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

I’m hosting a garage sale, and I told my friends that I’d be happy to include their clothing or books if they want to get rid of anything.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Although it was Harding’s first visit to the center, he already has plans to carry on Dudamel’s legacy, promising the assembled team, “You won’t be able to get rid of me.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

The problem: the 5% includes his wife and kids, who keep asking when he’s going to get rid of it.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

I ran my palm coated with cream over my hair and hoped it might get rid of frizz along with all mom-related thoughts.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry