get rid of
Example Sentences
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That can happen in civil litigation: Sometimes you have a private agreement, where both sides agree that they want to get rid of the case before they make a federal case out of it.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
Although it was Harding’s first visit to the center, he already has plans to carry on Dudamel’s legacy, promising the assembled team, “You won’t be able to get rid of me.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
The problem: the 5% includes his wife and kids, who keep asking when he’s going to get rid of it.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
“Cards have universal acceptance, and that makes it impossible to get rid of them,” McPherson said.
From MarketWatch • May 25, 2026
“It is time you get rid of those noisy clodhoppers. Do you have no other options?”
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
