deletion
noun
an act or instance of deleting.
deletions
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pluralof deletion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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This contrarian lesson suggests that there is nothing unique about the Dow’s deletions outperforming its additions.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
Trusting an AI agent to go out and perform tasks is a leap of faith, and in some instances, it has led to mass email deletions, vanishing code and other mishaps.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 24, 2026
Border districts with Bangladesh - North 24-Parganas, Nadia, Murshidabad, Malda, Uttar Dinajpur and Cooch Behar - also saw heavy deletions.
From BBC ● Apr. 12, 2026
Even with the deletions and changes, the report delivered a harsh critique of the LAFD’s performance during the Palisades fire, pointing to a disorganized response, failures in communication and chiefs who didn’t understand their roles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2026
The deletions are tempting to a writer because they tighten up a sentence’s rhythm and avoid the ugly sibilance of which.
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
