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What's a better word for "to dump"?
JETTISON
Definition:
To throw away or discard something unnecessary.
Synonyms:
Abandon, Discard, Throw away
Antonyms:
Keep, Retain, Hold
Examples:
Realizing his suitcase was too heavy, Tom jettisoned his extra clothes. Of course, he regretted it later when his flight’s aircon was freezing.
The ship’s crew had to jettison the cargo to stay afloat.
Etymology:
From Latin jactare ("to throw").
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