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expunge

verb

/ɪkˈspʌndʒ/

Meaning

To erase or remove completely, often something unwanted.

He managed to expunge the embarrassing memory from his mind.

erase, obliterate, delete, remove, eliminate

preserve, retain, keep

expunge record, expunge memory, expunge data

To disappear gradually; to disperse or scatter.

to allow or give consent for something to happen

to release or dismiss from duty; to emit or give off

make (an action or process) happen sooner or be accomplished more quickly.

to make something better or improve a bad situation

To give courage, confidence, or hope.