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Extirpate

usgb/ˈekstərpeɪt/Volume
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Comprehensive RemovalPlay
Use 'extirpate' to describe the complete and thorough removal of undesirable elements. SlideActivists hope to extirpate prejudice from society.
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'Extirpate' implies a targeted effort, often by an organization or group, to eliminate something. SlideThe new policy aims to extirpate the illegal trade.
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Strategic LanguagePlay
Using 'extirpate' can make a statement sound more strategic or action-driven, suitable for formal plans. SlideThe committee's plan will hopefully extirpate the recurring issues.