scrap
Example Sentences
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It’s urging state leaders to scrap plans for a 45-mile tunnel beneath the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta and consider asking voters to approve a bond measure to fund local water solutions.
From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026
The Wall Street Journal reported in January that Dubai–headquartered GMS had applied to the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control for a broad license to scrap sanctioned vessels.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026
One bone of contention is a suspension clause toughened by parliament that would scrap favourable tariff conditions for US exporters, should the United States later breach the terms of the deal.
From Barron's • May 19, 2026
Diesel prices have more than doubled since the war broke out, so Nigerian households have an incentive to scrap their diesel generators.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
He was always keeping his eyes out for scrap metal and saving things like nails and screws.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
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