as in removal
the getting rid of whatever is unwanted or useless
the daily discarding of all unwanted e-mail
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as in dumping
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
discard an old, torn sweater
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Recent Examples of discarding
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2026
The Fix-It Fair is designed to help community members breathe new life into their beloved but broken items, rather than discarding them.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Instead of discarding it, discover expert advice on nurturing your orchid to enjoy its future blossoms.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Dec. 2025
Add the marinated tenderloin, discarding marinade, and sear for about 3 minutes on all sides until browned and crusty.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 19 Dec. 2025
Markets and technologies will evolve, but, as Bentley has shown, reinterpreting your heritage is more powerful than discarding it.
—Tim Parker, Fortune, 18 Dec. 2025
Trial watch Brian Walshe was sentenced Thursday to life without parole for killing his wife, dismembering her and discarding her remains in dumpsters in January 2023.
—CNN Money, 18 Dec. 2025
Company disclosures and a letter to shareholders from the board of directors Wednesday explained the reasoning behind discarding Paramount as well as Comcast and offers from two unidentified parties.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Dec. 2025
Let the masks sit for 10 minutes under the eyes, discarding after use and patting in excess serum.
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2025
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How To Prep Blueberries Before Washing Before cleaning, spread fresh blueberries onto a plate or tray and sort through, discarding any moldy, shriveled, or crushed berries, along with stray stems or leaves.
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Some said they were held in detention centers for months before their deportation and were moved multiple times to detention centers in multiple states before their removal from the United States.—
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The attorneys for the Department of Justice argued that the preliminary injunction blocking Abrego Garcia’s removal to Liberia should be dissolved because the government received assurances from the government of the West African country that he will not be persecuted or tortured.—
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Countries like China let their industries pollute freely, dumping chemicals into rivers, pumping toxins into the air and throwing plastics into the ocean.—
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Lately on TikTok, people have been dumping frozen orange juice concentrate into blenders alongside Greek yogurt, bananas, and other fridge and pantry staples to recreate the viral Orange Julius smoothie.—
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As Peter takes his final breaths, the limited series jumps back in time to show Marissa secretly removing the emergency kit from their car and pulling an expired EpiPen out of their home's disposal box.—
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Sacramento police arrested Christina Cowens on suspicion of felony grand theft and misdemeanor counts of unlawful disposal of human remains and attempting to conceal a death.—
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Some are even ditching their $300 formulas for this smoothing pick.—
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Gardeners, particularly Gen Z and Millennials, are rebelling against throwaway culture by ditching disposable gardening.—
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In recent weeks, powerful atmospheric river storms have swept across Washington, Oregon and California, unloading enormous amounts of rain.—
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As condo owners have been slapped with high fees and assessments that make their units difficult to sell, Zalewski expects people to start unloading their units and taking major losses.—
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The loss dropped Sacramento to 8-29, half a game ahead of the New Orleans Pelicans for the worst record in the Western Conference, while the Kings’ losing streak extended to six games.—
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The pair have both been criticised for their roles in England losing the Ashes in Australia yet again, with the home side wrapping up the series in a record-equalling 11 days.—
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However, that action then sparked outrage among many residents who felt the city was abandoning homeless residents, while also trying to push them to other cities.—
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At the same time, demand for nonalcoholic alternatives has surged — even as most consumers continue to drink alcohol in moderation rather than abandoning it altogether.—
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“Discarding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discarding. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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