rid (someone or something) of
phrasal verb
rid (someone or something) of; ridding (someone or something) of; rids (someone or something) of
: to cause (someone or something) to no longer have or be affected by (someone or something unwanted)
The police are trying to rid the town of drug dealers.
rid the garden of pests
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That could be a strong enough risk for evolution to get rid of the trait in those environments.
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Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
The report also delivered a poignant message to South Haven, reminding the city of its 12 fatal drownings since getting rid of lifeguards in 2001.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 21 July 2025
Williams must continue to learn a new offense, become more comfortable operating under center and refine his rhythm and timing to consistently get rid of the football quicker.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
The goal of Uno is to be the first player to get rid of all the cards in your hand by matching the top card on the discard pile by color or number.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 18 July 2025
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Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
The report also delivered a poignant message to South Haven, reminding the city of its 12 fatal drownings since getting rid of lifeguards in 2001.
—Tresa Baldas, Freep.com, 21 July 2025
Williams must continue to learn a new offense, become more comfortable operating under center and refine his rhythm and timing to consistently get rid of the football quicker.
—Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2025
The goal of Uno is to be the first player to get rid of all the cards in your hand by matching the top card on the discard pile by color or number.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 18 July 2025
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“Rid (someone or something) of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rid%20%28someone%20or%20something%29%20of. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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