as in cancelling
to show (something written) to be no longer valid by drawing a cross over or a line through it
the teacher deleted the last line of the student's essay, wisely sensing that it lessened the impact
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Recent Examples of deleting
Although many might think of it as the ultimate data-gobbling corporation, Google is actually on something of a data-deleting purge right now.
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Davey Winder, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office is launching an investigation into employees’ use of Google Chat after critics claimed the auto-deleting messages allowed officials to bypass their own policy and the California Public Records Act.
—Barnini Chakraborty, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
Companies prioritize observability and monitoring tools, favoring either read-only permissions or requiring human approval for actions such as writing or deleting data.
—Rohan Sharma, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
While Google is, indeed, deleting accounts, that doesn’t mean that everyone is at risk.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
By selecting Undo Device Backup, users can now remove all the pictures and videos stored in Google Photos that are already backed up from their device without deleting any local copies.
—Paul Monckton, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Among other things, he's accused them of deleting evidence, which the committee has vigorously denied.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 9 Dec. 2024
That included deleting the names, photos and bios of company officials on corporate websites, according to news reports.
—Edward Segal, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Despite deleting the post shortly after, the video quickly circulated online, sparking concern from fans and critics alike.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Davey Winder, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office is launching an investigation into employees’ use of Google Chat after critics claimed the auto-deleting messages allowed officials to bypass their own policy and the California Public Records Act.
—Barnini Chakraborty, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 23 Dec. 2024
Companies prioritize observability and monitoring tools, favoring either read-only permissions or requiring human approval for actions such as writing or deleting data.
—Rohan Sharma, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
While Google is, indeed, deleting accounts, that doesn’t mean that everyone is at risk.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
By selecting Undo Device Backup, users can now remove all the pictures and videos stored in Google Photos that are already backed up from their device without deleting any local copies.
—Paul Monckton, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Among other things, he's accused them of deleting evidence, which the committee has vigorously denied.
—Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 9 Dec. 2024
That included deleting the names, photos and bios of company officials on corporate websites, according to news reports.
—Edward Segal, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Despite deleting the post shortly after, the video quickly circulated online, sparking concern from fans and critics alike.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deleting
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Noise-cancelling headphones are absolutely essential for any flight.Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
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The lawn was covered with posts that were each topped by a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, and as cellar master Vincent Chaperon told us to don a set, an army of waiters appeared bearing trays covered with glasses of DP 2015.Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 22 Dec. 2024
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Letting go isn’t about erasing the past but about honoring the emotional depth while accepting its conclusion.Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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With rates nearing neutral levels, Powell emphasized the importance of a cautious approach, erasing any lingering hopes for aggressive easing.Benzinga, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
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Start by removing the old hardware using a screwdriver, saving the screws if needed, and clean the surface to remove any residue.Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
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The acids in toner can also act as chemical exfoliants, removing any extra dead skin cells or other debris that might build up.Amanda Svachula, Health, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Deleting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deleting. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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