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Definitions

stamp out

VERB
put an end to
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abolish crush eliminate eradicate exterminate extinguish put down quell snuff out squelch suppress wipe out
WEAK
blot out destroy end expunge kill put out stop
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bear build up compliment create encourage establish institute let go praise ratify release

Example Sentences

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In the case of weight-loss drugs in particular, drugmakers have been contending with an off-label industry in the US that popped up legally in response to shortages and has been tough to stamp out.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

As prime minister, he charted a pragmatic economic course and sought to stamp out corruption, appointing only scandal-free ministers to his team.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

"We must stamp out the hate, fear and prejudice that drives Islamophobia and division in our society."

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Prapas Sornchaidee, of the Thai Air Force, said Cambodia -- which has pledged to stamp out scam operations before May -- should cop to their proliferation and elicit international support to combat them.

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Apparently they stamp out yards in the valleys where they feed during the dawn and dusk, but many of them climb back to the hemlock grove to hide and sleep for the day.

From "My Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.