TAKEAWAY Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

take (away)

verb

Definition of take (away)

as in to eliminate

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Cancer vaccines require additional drugs called adjuvants in order to activate and start eliminating cancer cells.

— Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
While both undergo steps in manufacturing to eliminate potentially harmful microorganisms, liquid infant formula in ready-to-feed bottles undergoes an additional sterility step to become commercially sterile.

— Dr. Jade Cobern, ABC News, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of eliminate

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In sick bay, M’Benga tries to remove the table and end his life so Chapel can give up on him, an effort that proves futile.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026
Though your home may have its share of appliances, mail, mugs, or anything else that lives on your countertops daily, they should be removed before listing.

— Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026

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take a powder

take (away)

take back

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