Dispose of

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verb

To get rid of something that is not wanted or needed.

We need to dispose of this old furniture
Visual representation of "dispose of" - To get rid of something that is not wanted or needed

Often appears as...

  • dispose of waste
  • dispose of rubbish
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Environmentally conscious

Be aware of environmentally safe ways to dispose of items. Some items should be recycled or handled specially.

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Find out how to properly dispose of batteries.
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Permanent action

Understand that 'dispose of' often implies a final, irreversible action regarding items you no longer need.

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Once you dispose of those files, they're gone for good.
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Avoid negativity

'Dispose of' can imply negativity; for cherished items, use 'give away' or 'donate' instead.

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We'll donate these clothes, not just dispose of them.
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