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to eradicate
01
to completely destroy something, particularly a problem or threat
Transitive: to eradicate a problem or threat
Examples
The international community is collaborating to eradicate the illegal wildlife trade.
Farmers implemented pest control measures to eradicate the invasive species threatening their crops.
02
to commit a large-scale homicide which results in a significant reduction in population
Transitive: to eradicate a group of people
Examples
The disease threatened to eradicate entire communities if not controlled quickly.
The government 's actions were seen as an attempt to eradicate a specific group of people.
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