rid oneself of
Example Sentences
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Better to rid oneself of a current and future problem then hold on and be further scorned.
From New York Times • Apr. 6, 2018
The meaner comments focused on abortions as a version of birth control, or a way to rid oneself of an imperfect child.
From The Guardian • Apr. 18, 2017
You're the most plaguey impossible person to rid oneself of somehow"—her voice and manner softened a little—"so I sent for you.
From The Far Horizon by Malet, Lucas
Was it wise to resort to unnatural and artificial means in order to rid oneself of a trifling annoyance?
From Rainbow's End by Beach, Rex Ellingwood
There I do agree with you; it is always well to rid oneself of matters of this sort as soon as possible.
From Between the Dark and the Daylight by Marsh, Richard