eradicate

Example Sentences

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In fact, they already have; the U.S. is experiencing a measles outbreak that will likely result in the nation losing its status as having eradicated the disease.

From Salon

Bono, 65, is well-known for his activism to eradicate poverty and fight AIDS, and has been outspoken against wars in Ukraine, Sudan and Gaza in recent years.

From Barron's

In 2000, the US declared measles eradicated, meaning “no locally transmitted measles infections or outbreaks lasting 12 months or longer,” per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.

From Salon

"After leading the DA into the GNU, my next chapter must be to eradicate this devastating disease from our shores once and for all," the 49-year-old said.

From Barron's

In China, they became subjects of state documentaries which emphasised Chinese authorities' resolve to eradicate the scam networks.

From BBC