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to expunge
01
to remove something, often by erasing or crossing it out
Transitive: to expunge part of a writing
Examples
The teacher asked the students to expunge the incorrect answers and write the correct ones.
The artist decided to expunge certain details from the painting to create a more minimalist look.
02
to completely eliminate something
Transitive: to expunge sth
Examples
The goal was to expunge any trace of his former association with the company.
The technician expunged the virus from the computer system.
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