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to deport
01
to force a foreigner to leave a country, usually because they have broken the law
Transitive: to deport an immigrant
Examples
The immigration officers deport undocumented immigrants who are found living in the country illegally.
During World War II, the United States deported hundreds of immigrants back to Germany, Italy and Japan.
02
to forcibly exile an inhabitant from their homeland and transport them to another location
Transitive: to deport a native
Examples
The oppressive regime regularly deport dissidents to remote regions of the country as a form of punishment.
After being convicted of treason, the nobleman was deported from the kingdom and banished to a distant island.
03
to conduct oneself or behave in a particular manner
Transitive: to deport oneself in a specific manner
Examples
Despite the stressful situation, she managed to deport herself with grace and composure.
He always deports himself confidently in social settings, making him a natural leader among his peers.
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