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| abolish |
to take out of existence. [1/2 definitions] |
| dip |
to take out with a scoop. [1/8 definitions] |
| draw |
to make a picture of with a pen, pencil, or other writing tool. [1/8 definitions] |
| extract |
to take out by using force; remove. [1/2 definitions] |
| grub |
to dig up, especially to take out rocks or roots [1/3 definitions] |
| insure |
to take out an insurance policy on (something) that will pay out a specified amount should that thing be lost or damaged. [1/6 definitions] |
| mine2 |
to dig out; take out from under the earth. [1/2 definitions] |
| needle |
a very thin metal tube with a sharp point. Doctors and nurses use this kind of needle to put medicine in or take out blood from the body. [1/2 definitions] |
| pit2 |
to take out the pit of a fruit. [1/2 definitions] |
| pull |
to take out (a weapon), as to use it. [1/16 definitions] |
| smuggle |
to bring in or take out in secret. [1/2 definitions] |
| unpack |
to take out of a package, suitcase, or container. [1/2 definitions] |
| unsling |
to take out of a sling, or to remove from a slung position. [1/2 definitions] |
| withdraw |
to take out or remove. |
| yank |
(informal) to pull or take out suddenly; jerk. [1/2 definitions] |
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