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Expel

Definition

(verb) To force someone to leave a place, especially a school or organization

Examples

The university decided to expel the student for repeated violations of academic integrity.
  • They'll expel him if he skips practice again.

  • The club can expel members who keep stealing from the bar.

  • Maya was expelled from St. Agnes after one ugly fight.

  • Expel the air from the hose before you start the engine.

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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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