
Erase
Physical Removal
The term often indicates physically removing something, like pencil marks or chalk.

She used an eraser to erase the doodle from her notebook.
Complete Elimination
Erase implies that something is wiped out so thoroughly it leaves no trace.

The flood erased all the landmarks, making navigation difficult.
Irreversible Action
Usually, when you erase something, it cannot be retrieved or restored.

She erased her ex-boyfriend's number from her phone.
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