scrapping

Example Sentences

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He also infuriated colleagues in the coalition government, the British press reported, proposing a stream of unconventional ideas: scrapping maternity leave, abolishing job centers, even buying cloud-bursting technology so Britain would have more sunshine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The rare move allows Dubai-headquartered GMS to send four containerships for scrapping, potentially paving the way for more ships to exit the so-called shadow fleet.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

He immediately set about trying to shore up the economy by scrapping fuel subsidies that ate into the country's dollar reserves, but acute fuel shortages remain and inflation has rocketed.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

The firm said it was scrapping some of its EV production targets and would source parts from China, where prices are lower, to keep costs down.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

I became a popular dinner guest, with my stories of hunting and horses, of scrapping and fighting mountain fires.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover