Want rid of somebody/something

verb phrase

To wish to get rid of or remove someone or something.

I really want rid of this old sofa. It's taking up too much space in the living room.
Visual representation of "want rid of somebody/something" - To wish to get rid of or remove someone or something.

Often appears as...

  • want rid of it
  • want rid of them

Usage tips

Colloquial, Disapproving

verb phrase

To wish to get rid of or remove someone or something.

I really want rid of this old sofa. It's taking up too much space in the living room.
Visual representation of "want rid of somebody/something" - To wish to get rid of or remove someone or something.

Often appears as...

  • want rid of it
  • want rid of them

Usage tips

Colloquial, Disapproving

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "want rid of somebody/something"
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Negative Emotion

The phrase often expresses frustration or annoyance with someone or something.

Illustration for Negative Emotion
She wants rid of her noisy neighbors.
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Informal Usage

It's typically used in casual or spoken English, not in formal writing.

Illustration for Informal Usage
John just wants rid of that broken bike.
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Implies Action

Using this phrase suggests a desire to take action to remove the undesired person or thing.

Illustration for Implies Action
They want rid of the old equipment to make room for the new.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Negative Emotion

The phrase often expresses frustration or annoyance with someone or something.

Illustration for Negative Emotion
She wants rid of her noisy neighbors.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Informal Usage

It's typically used in casual or spoken English, not in formal writing.

Illustration for Informal Usage
John just wants rid of that broken bike.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Implies Action

Using this phrase suggests a desire to take action to remove the undesired person or thing.

Illustration for Implies Action
They want rid of the old equipment to make room for the new.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Negative Emotion

The phrase often expresses frustration or annoyance with someone or something.

Illustration for Negative Emotion
She wants rid of her noisy neighbors.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Informal Usage

It's typically used in casual or spoken English, not in formal writing.

Illustration for Informal Usage
John just wants rid of that broken bike.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Implies Action

Using this phrase suggests a desire to take action to remove the undesired person or thing.

Illustration for Implies Action
They want rid of the old equipment to make room for the new.
Visual representation of the word "Want rid of somebody/something"

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