Eliminations Meaning in English
word · lemma: elimination
Definition
Removals or exclusions of people or things, especially in a competition (when participants are knocked out) or in the process of getting rid of something unwanted.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in sports and competitive contexts ('quarterfinal eliminations'), also found in processes like 'waste eliminations.' More formal than 'knockouts.' Rare in casual speech; plural form less frequent than singular.
Example Sentences
The team managed to survive all the eliminations.
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The eliminations made the game more exciting.
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There were three eliminations in the first round of the contest.
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Reality shows usually have weekly eliminations to keep viewers interested.
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After a series of tough eliminations, only five contestants remained.
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Some fans were upset about the unexpected eliminations during the tournament.
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